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BENTELER and SMS group successfully upgrade stretch‑reducing mill 31/03/2026

BENTELER STEEL/TUBE and SMS group have successfully completed the modernisation of a stretch-reducing mill (SRM) in Paderborn Schloss Neuhaus, Germany.

The project focused on replacing the legacy CARTA automation system (Computer-Aided Rolling Technology Application), with SMS group’s next-generation CARTAneo SRM technology, including updated crop end control (CEC) and wall thickness control (WTC) modules.

This upgrade ensures long-term system availability, improves product quality, and strengthens the plant’s competitiveness thanks to more stable and efficient SRM operation.

CARTAneo SRM is the latest technological platform for automating the complex stretch-reducing process in seamless tube mills. The system uses real-time measurement data to produce tighter tolerances, enhance wall thickness accuracy, and improve yield. It provides operators with more consistent production outcomes and supports high throughput at reliable quality levels.

To address the limitations of legacy hardware and unsupported software components, the new system runs in a virtualised server environment based on SMS’s X Pact real-time technology. This significantly reduces the risk of system failure, eliminates single-point hardware dependencies, and safeguards long-term maintainability with an open source operating system and database components.

The migration to CARTAneo SRM was carried out during Benteler’s scheduled annual shutdown to avoid any unplanned downtimes. During commissioning, SMS performed regular tests, updates, and customer-specific optimisations, while production continued with minimal disruption.

The upgrade also allowed for a redesign of the SRM motor-control strategy. The new approach reduces load peaks on the drives, minimises unnecessary load cycles, improves coordination with the downstream flying saw, and enhances process stability at higher tube speeds.

The CARTAneo SRM system upgrade includes a long-term system service package, including remote maintenance, troubleshooting, software updates, and customer-specific customisations. This ensures the system remains secure, up to date, and ready for future system expansion.

The successful completion of the project reflects the long-standing partnership between BENTELER and SMS. Both companies will continue to collaborate closely on further digitalisation and process optimisation initiatives.

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Sculpteo launches 3D scanning service in Europe 27/03/2026

SCULPTEO HAS launched a new professional 3D Scanning service in France to customers based in Europe to digitise complex objects with high-precision industrial-grade accuracy, speed, and flexibility.

This new service enables companies to transform objects into high-resolution digital files, supporting applications such as prototyping, archiving and on-demand manufacturing.

With a focus on industrial accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility, Sculpteo’s 3D scanning service captures every detail of a part using advanced scanning technologies. Customers can simply send or drop off their objects to the Sculpteo factory near Paris, where they are scanned and converted into ready-to-use 3D mesh files, compatible with a wide range of workflows and software environments. Custom file formats are available, ensuring seamless integration into existing design and production pipelines.

Sculpteo’s scanning process is tailored to the size and complexity of each part. Small components are captured using an automated scanning system, where a rotating platform ensures every angle is recorded. For larger or more complex shapes, a manual scanning approach is used to guarantee precise detail capture and that the whole object will be scanned accurately.

Sculpteo’s new 3D scanning service is designed for multiple applications across various industries:

  • Reverse engineering: Recreate accurate CAD models from existing parts when original files are missing or outdated.
  • 3D printing: Produce single units or short production runs quickly and cost-effectively.
  • Moulding: Generate precise moulds from digitized master parts for consistent reproduction.
  • Jigs and fixtures: Design custom tools with perfect alignment to real-world components.
  • Replacement parts: Manufacture on-demand spare parts to extend product lifecycles and reduce waste.

By enabling fast and accurate digitisation, Sculpteo helps companies accelerate product development, reduce lead times, and improve operational efficiency. Sculpteo’s 3D scanning service is priced based on part size, complexity, and required resolution. All digital files are professionally edited and ready for use. Optional CAD-ready formats are available for projects requiring editable geometry.

"We are pleased to be able to expand our offering to create a complete end-to-end solution for clients. We can now offer a complete service from scanning objects right through to 3D printing them at scale. With this service our vision of becoming the ultimate destination for all 3D printing needs comes to fruition," said Sculpteo CEO Alexandre d’Orsetti.

www.sculpteo.com

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How HAYLEY DEXIS Onsite Solutions add value within industrial operations 26/03/2026

OVER THE course of my career in the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) space, I’ve gained first-hand insight into the mounting pressures confronting modern organisations.

External challenges are mounting, expectations are rising, and organisations increasingly need the right support to stay ahead. That’s why Onsite support from a strategic MRO partner can’t just be present - it must deliver real, measurable value and set the tone with a seamless, professional transition from day one.

In this article, I’ll share the challenges I discuss with customers every day, by not just providing a solution to day-to-day problems, but also exploring the true value-added services an Onsite model can continually deliver.  

A Heady Mix of Challenges

There are many challenges in business, but the biggest is avoiding downtime. When vital parts take time to arrive and be installed, the cost can reach thousands of pounds. Supply chain management is a major factor in operational resilience across industry. It has been a priority since 2020, when supply chains fractured and lead times for globally sourced components stretched dramatically. It created a serious operational risk through unplanned machinery downtime. Another challenge is fewer experienced maintenance and mechanical engineers, as young people are often drawn to software engineering, resulting in a heavy reliance on external expertise. And finally, cost pressures from NI and wage increases mean that businesses must be careful of their full-time employment (FTE) count to balance the books. It’s a heady mix that we understand well at HAYLEY DEXIS. 

We recognise those challenges, and we want to be here to support the industry - it’s probably one of the reasons why our Onsite Solutions team has grown so rapidly. We have added multiple new Onsite locations in 2025, with further implementations scheduled over the next few months.

Ultimately, we want to take some of the weight that those everyday challenges bring by covering everything from stock ownership and procurement to day-to-day store management. So how does HAYLEY DEXIS do this? 

Having worked for several MRO distributors over the years, I have never been prouder to say I have experienced first-hand the true value of a HAYLEY DEXIS Onsite Solution. We offer expert technical advice and know-how to our customers, resulting in lower costs, fewer breakdowns to minimise downtime, and improved inventory performance.

Real Usage and Demand Patterns

One of the ways we support this is by analysing real usage and demand patterns. We help to reduce excess and obsolete inventory by ensuring only stock that is needed is held - freeing up valuable working capital. Through supplier consolidation, we also simplify the procurement processes, reducing purchase orders, invoice handling, and administrative time. Detailed reporting gives customers full visibility of their MRO spend, enabling smarter decisions, product standardisation, and tighter cost control. Crucially, our proactive stock monitoring and replenishment approach ensures critical components are always available, helping to prevent unplanned downtime and the high costs associated with emergency orders or production stoppages.

Local Branch Network 

We believe that combined technical experience is our point of difference. Whether the onsite specialist works at the customer site or from a local branch, they never work in isolation ; they are an integrated member of your team supported by  a branch network. A consultative partner who listens. By attending production and maintenance meetings and building real partnerships with the engineering team, they can spot and solve problems early with this integrated approach.

All of our regional teams are trained in Lean Six Sigma as a standard. Each team member is encouraged to develop productive solutions to manufacturing and production issues, serving as a resource with expertise and practical knowledge. They also have access to a 24/7 repair and reliability service that customers might not have in-house. And they get support from a nearby branch, usually within 30 minutes, giving quick access to not only local stock, but local experts in pneumatics, hydraulics, engineering, bearings and much more. With HAYLEY DEXIS being 50 years old this year, and with most staff having worked for the business between 10 and 30 years, this brings a lot of dedication, knowledge and experience to the table. 

Valued-Added Service in Reality

And all this value-added service starts to add up financially and productively for our customers. The value is very real, evidenced through Track Up. Our very own in-house value-added analysis platform. Track Up demonstrates the value we bring to our customers, and each example shows where we have added value to a customer.  From supply savings to technical benefits – we Track Up real savings that have brought pound note value to the customer. Recent examples include a £50,000 saving achieved in just six months through upgrades such as new sensors, as well as over £100,000 in avoided downtime at a large potato-processing facility. For some customers, these improvements translate into savings worth millions.

Ultimately, the HAYLEY DEXIS Onsite Solution transforms the challenge of managing inventory into a strategic advantage by operating as a fully integrated partner. It provides tangible, value-added benefits, such as freeing up working capital through consigned stock and delivering measurable, project-based savings – all while ensuring that the decision to switch providers is entirely de-risked. 

If you’re serious about reducing costs and improving productivity, we’d be happy to discuss our Onsite Solutions with you.

Matthew Parkes is general onsite manager at HAYLEY DEXIS

For more information: 

hayley-group.co.uk

Tel: 0121 550 2233

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Technidrive launches motor scrappage scheme to cut costs and emissions 26/03/2026

TECHNIDRIVE HAS launched a new electric motor scrappage scheme to help businesses reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs and accelerate their transition to high-efficiency operations. 

Electric motor systems are among the largest consumers of electricity worldwide. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) and Electric Motor Systems Platform (EMSA), they account for approximately 50 to 53% of global electricity consumption, with around 70% of this used in industrial applications alone. Despite this, many motors currently in operation are outdated and inefficient, leading to unnecessary energy waste.

Technidrive’s scrappage scheme has been developed to address this challenge directly. Businesses can now trade in existing motors or drives to receive a scrappage valuation and a tailored upgrade recommendation based on their specific application. Eligible upgrades to new high-efficiency WEG motors, supplied and commissioned by Technidrive, qualify for trade-in credit, making the move to modern technology more cost-effective.

The scheme features a simple assessment and approval process, compliant recycling and disposal of old equipment as part of a wider energy savings plan. By reducing upfront investment, the scrappage allowance can significantly shorten payback periods for businesses upgrading legacy equipment.

Upgrading to IE3, IE4, IE5 or IE6 motors presents an opportunity to reduce lifetime energy use, cut operational expenditure and improve long-term reliability. Technidrive also provides access to the WEG payback tool, enabling customers to compare efficiency classes, forecast energy savings and calculate return on investment. 

Where speed control is possible, the addition of a variable speed drive (VSD) can also offer further savings by matching motor output to real-time demand. The payback tool includes an additional option to include a VSD for centrifugal applications, providing insight into how this can lead to efficiency gains. Technidrive can then also assist with VSD selection and integration.

"Energy efficiency should be a priority for manufacturers and processors facing rising electricity prices and increasing sustainability targets," said David Strain, technical director at Technidrive. "What many businesses don’t realise is how much value may be tied up in the equipment they already own. By combining trade-in credit with a properly engineered upgrade and commissioning service, we’re helping our customers to modernise with confidence and to build a greener, more cost-effective operation."

www.technidrive.co.uk

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Zel Components launches platform to expand certified component distribution in Europe 26/03/2026

ZEL COMPONENTS has launched a new platform to improve how engineers and procurement teams across the UK and Europe access electronic components.

The platform combines cost-optimised components, quality assurance and supplier transparency, while also allowing engineers to sample selected products without committing to production volumes. 

The platform provides a structured way for customers to identify, evaluate and procure electronic components from a network of authorised franchise and vetted manufacturing partners.

By combining e-commerce accessibility with quality controls more commonly associated with traditional distribution, the website supports companies facing ongoing supply chain uncertainty and cost pressure.

Zel Components works with established manufacturing partners and holds local inventory, helping to bring their products into the UK and European markets. In turn, this enables customers to access certified components through a UK-based supplier.

All partners are selected based on defined quality criteria and relevant certifications, providing traceability and assurance for customers operating in regulated or performance-critical sectors.

"Many of the manufacturers we work with operate to recognised international standards," said Chris Withers, sales director at Zel Components. "Whether that’s IPC-A-610 for electronic assemblies, ISO 9001 for quality management or sector-specific certifications like IATF 16949 and AS9100, it provides confidence in how those components are produced, with our one-year guarantee reinforcing that assurance."

In addition to e-commerce, the company also operates as a full-service B2B distributor, able to manage customer logistical requirements and support high-volume procurement efficiently.

The website ensures direct comparison between alternative components and traditional distribution routes, providing greater visibility into specification, availability and cost. This reflects increasing demand among manufacturers to balance cost efficiency without compromising quality or supplier accountability. 

Customers can also request samples of selected components before committing to production volumes. This allows engineering and procurement teams to validate within their own applications, reducing the technical and commercial risks associated with qualifying alternative suppliers.

"Unlike other online platforms, engineers can request free samples of certain components directly through the website, rather than committing to high production volumes immediately," added Withers.

"That allows teams to validate quality, fit and performance in their own application first. It removes a significant barrier, particularly for smaller manufacturers, and provides a practical way to assess alternative suppliers without introducing risk."

Zel Components operates as a UK-based business, providing customers with regulatory alignment, defined quality expectations and supplier accountability.

The company supports a broad range of technologies, including connectors, switches, displays, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), passive components, integrated circuits (ICs), discrete semiconductors (discretes), sensors, timing components and radio frequency (RF) devices. 

zelcomponents.co.uk

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Replacing roof-mounted façade cranes in the heart of The Hague 20/03/2026

CITIES CANNOT stop, and so every effort must be made to perform heavy lifts safely while causing minimal disruption. Buildings and other immovable obstacles must be carefully considered, as must the safety of those living in, working in and visiting busy urban areas. 

Mammoet was approached by Façade Access Solutions, part of Alimak Group, to support with the replacement of roof-mounted Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) on two neighboring Dutch government buildings in The Hague. Each new Manntech BMU comprised sixteen parts - ranging from 200 kg (winches) to 3,500 kg (column and undercarriage) - that needed to be individually lifted.

Mammoet worked with Façade Access Solutions to determine the safest, and most efficient, method to support the removal of the old cranes and installation of the new ones. There were several challenges, including the extremely limited ground space that was available to assemble and operate a crane capable of doing the job. 

Mammoet was successful in finding the optimum crane, and setup position, to complete the project safely and with minimal disruption to the seat of Dutch political life.

Determining the best crane for the job  

Key to the solving this puzzle was selecting the correct type of crane, as it needed to achieve a 180-meter lifting height and work within a very limited space at street level. A crawler crane was considered initially but rejected due to concerns that its counterweight could collide with a nearby viaduct. 

After further analysis, a mobile crane was chosen instead - an LTM 11200 (with 1,200t maximum load capacity) fitted with a Y Frame on its main boom for added strength. 

Mobilising this crane - with the world’s largest telescopic boom - to the heart of the city would be no mean feat. The engineering team also determined that there was just one setup location that would make it possible for the crane’s boom to reach both buildings. "This was due to the Y Frame," explained Stefan Plugge, project manager at Mammoet. 

"We had to find a position that allowed us to stay clear of the buildings and the viaduct. From the one position we identified, the crane could service both buildings - thus avoiding the need to demobilise it to a different location, saving time and unnecessary disruption."

When it came to setting up the mobile crane, the team only used the space it needed, which minimised disruption further. 

For the first two days, a smaller assembly area was created. Only on the third day, when the boom had to be assembled on the ground, was this area temporarily extended. This allowed a key road to be closed for one day instead of three.  

Tall lifts in a complex city

The existing façade cranes were disassembled, lifted down and transported away. The components for the new cranes were lifted onto the roof of the buildings in a specific order, allowing assembly to happen simultaneously, again saving on time.

An adjacent street was used to store the old crane sections. It also served as a laydown area for the new components, which were delivered using a self-loading crane.

The team set up two lifting zones with different boundaries. This included an area for small parts (anything up to three meters), and another for larger items of up to 10.5 meters in length. 

Working within these zones enabled only the short-term closure of a nearby canal, and its neighboring road, during the lifting phase. Additional safety measures were also adhered to. "We discussed with the client that all items be attached using fixed lifting points," added Plugge. "Nothing would be lifted using slings or other lifting approaches. We also agreed that the maximum allowable wind speed would be low."

It was also determined that the roofs wouldn’t be strong enough to take the impact of the heavier components if one were to fall. Therefore, a crash deck was assembled on each roof before anything was lifted off or onto the buildings. 

As would be the case in any seat of government, The Hague is a complex city to perform heavy lifts at height, requiring detailed permitting, lifting and safety plans. Mammoet provided this information in a timely manner to keep everything on schedule. 

The team’s work kept disruption to a minimum, while successfully accomplishing these high lifts, safely and efficiently, in this challenging urban environment. 

www.mammoet.com

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Vericut powers Formula 1 precision 20/03/2026

THE ENGINES have fired up, a new Formula 1 season is underway, and Vericut powers the precision behind the grid.

The attention may be turning to the drivers, the strategy, and the spectacle on track, but behind every car on the grid lies an intense race of a different kind - one fought in advanced manufacturing facilities around the world.

At the heart of that race is precision. Vericut, the global leader in CNC simulation, verification, and optimisation software, works with Formula 1 teams across the globe to help ensure that the highly complex components inside each car are machined safely, accurately, and predictably - before a single chip is cut.

Precision with compromise

Every Formula 1 team relies on complex multi-axis machining centres to produce components from advanced materials, including titanium alloys and high-strength aluminium. Many of these parts feature intricate geometries and ultra-tight tolerances.

Vericut’s simulation and verification environments allow teams to: detect collisions and over-travel errors before machining, validate complex multi-axis toolpaths, reduce manual prove-out time, and improve first-part confidence.

In the battle for pole position, which is defined by thousandths of a second, predictability in production becomes a serious competitive advantage.

Advanced optimisation for motorsport

Beyond verification, optimisation plays a critical role in Formula 1. One of the most valued capabilities among elite motorsport manufacturers is Vericut Force Optimisation. The physics-based optimisation tool analyses cutting forces and automatically adjusts feed rates to maintain stable tool engagement throughout the cut.

The result is controlled material removal, improved tool life, and reduced cycle time - all without compromising safety.

In Formula 1, where production capacity must keep pace with constant performance upgrades, even incremental machining improvements compound over the course of a season.

Innovation demands continuous analysis

Formula 1 thrives on data. Every lap produces telemetry, and every component is evaluated. Manufacturing is no different.

Vericut’s latest intelligent tools, including Vericut Assistant (VA), embed contextual knowledge directly within the software environment. These capabilities help programmers work more efficiently while maintaining full control over verification workflows.

As automation increases across manufacturing, simulation becomes even more important. The more advanced the technology, the more critical it is to validate performance before production.

That principle applies as much in motorsport as it does in other advanced sectors like aerospace, medical, and defence.

From the factory to the front row

While Formula 1 fans see performance on track, the real foundation of success begins in the factory. Reliable machining supports reliable performance. Verified processes reduce disruption. Optimised cutting strategies help teams stay agile throughout a long and demanding season.

Vericut has supported world-class manufacturers for decades across aerospace, automotive, defence, and motorsport sectors. In Formula 1, where time, precision, and reliability are inseparable, that support becomes mission-critical.

With the early stages of 2026 Formula 1 season in full swing, Vericut remains behind the scenes - enabling the precision engineering that keeps the grid moving forward.

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Nulogy launches Supplier Compliance Management 19/03/2026

NULOGY HAS debuted Nulogy Supplier Compliance Management, a solution designed to centralise and automate supplier compliance for procurement, supply chain, and quality assurance teams in manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and other highly regulated industries.

"Supplier risk doesn't announce itself. It compounds quietly across spreadsheets, inboxes, and expired certificates until it becomes a production problem," said Bill Ryan, CEO of Nulogy. "With Nulogy Supplier Compliance Management, manufacturers get live visibility and control across their entire supplier base, so they can mitigate risk, recover costs, and build supplier relationships that become a genuine competitive edge. It's one more example of how our solutions make life easier for those who plan, produce, and deliver."

As part of Nulogy’s Manufacturing Operating System (MOS), Nulogy Supplier Compliance Management offers a unified portal to onboard suppliers, manage certifications and documentation, run assessments, execute closed-loop corrective actions, and monitor supplier risk in real time. 

By connecting supplier data, templates, audit trails, and evidence in one place, teams can eliminate email silos and spreadsheets, accelerate audit readiness, and make faster decisions with live dashboards, turning supplier relationships into a measurable competitive advantage.

Across its customer base, Nulogy Supplier Compliance Management has delivered measurable results: manufacturers have decreased supplier onboarding time by 60% and audit prep and execution time by 50%, while boosting supplier satisfaction by 35%. Customers include Sysco, Autoliv, Henderson Group, and McCloskey International.

Nulogy helps manufacturers, co-packers, and brands run operations more predictably by connecting how work is executed across their manufacturing and supply chain networks. With more than 20 years of experience supporting hundreds of contract packing, contract manufacturing, and discrete manufacturing operations worldwide, Nulogy is trusted by leading manufacturing organisations.

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Sarens achieves industry first with tandem operation of two giant ring cranes at SIF Rotterdam 17/03/2026

SARENS HAS marked a new milestone in heavy lifting engineering with the simultaneous tandem operation of two of its largest ring cranes: the SGC-120/1 and the newly developed SGC-170 at SIF's facilities in Rotterdam.

The operation represents the first time two giant ring cranes of this class have operated together in tandem, marking a significant technical achievement for the heavy lifting industry.

The SGC-170 has been 100% designed and developed by Sarens' in-house engineering team and is fully electric and operates with zero emissions. 

The SGC-120/1 is an updated version of the SGC-120 model that achieves the lifting capacity of the SGC-140. This model is able to reach a load capacity of 140,000 T/m and exceed 3,500 tons, which is approximately a 45% increase in load capacity compared to the original SGC-120. Coordinating tandem lifts between cranes of this magnitude requires extremely precise synchronisation between equipment, control systems, and engineering planning.

For this pioneering operation, Sarens utilised the SGC-120/1, an upgraded version of the standard 120 model to meet the capacity specifications of the SGC-140, along with the new SGC-170, the latest addition to the company's Giant Cranes range. Both cranes have been specifically configured to perform tandem lifts with high levels of precision, safety, and efficiency. Alongside this setup, the TP-Handler developed by Sarens, optimises the sequencing and preparation of heavy loads, enabling more efficient and continuous lifts. Its use minimises interference between cranes and maintains a steady workflow, enhancing safety and precision in complex lifting operations. This allows for the handling of components of exceptional size and weight, such as offshore wind farm structures or complete components for nuclear facilities.

The SGC-170 model is a very important piece of equipment within the company's crane fleet. It has been 100% designed and developed by Sarens' in-house engineering team. It has a load moment of 170,000 ton-meters and a lifting capacity of 3,200 tons, surpassed only by the flagship SGC-250 crane. The SGC-170 is fully electric and operates with zero emissions, perfectly combining sustainability with enormous lifting power. Its modular electric propulsion system, developed entirely by Sarens engineers, has very low energy consumption.

The crane's design also allows for maximum customisation and adaptability to different environments. It has fewer connections and larger components, enabling faster mobilisation and assembly, as well as modular configuration to suit each customer's needs. This does not affect its load capacity, as the main boom with jib can lift 1,300 tons to a height of over 200 meters. Furthermore, in terms of mobility, despite its large size, a reinforced frame allows it to be moved to another location in less than a week.

The other half of this innovative tandem operation is represented by the SGC-120/1, an updated version of the SGC-120 model that achieves the lifting capacity of the SGC-140. This model is able to reach a load capacity of 140,000 T/m and exceed 3,500 tons, which is approximately a 45% increase in load capacity compared to the SGC-120. This has been achieved by integrating reinforced components to increase capacity. For example, among others, in its counterweight, as it now uses one of 4000 tons as well as a structural reinforcement of the mast and boom, adopting a structural design similar to that of the SGC-140. This is in order to support greater loads without compromising stability, or various improvements in the power systems, to comply with the strictest emission standards and reduce its noise pollution. Regarding the optimisation of its winches, the SGC-140 already improved those of the first SGC-120 to handle heavier loads over longer distances.

Despite improvements in capacity, the SGC-120/1 retains all the key features of its predecessor, such as its compact design and small operational footprint, allowing it to work in confined spaces. The assembly times and transport conditions of the 120 model also remain unchanged, adding no additional complexity to logistics or operational start-up. This evolution demonstrates once again Sarens' ongoing investment in innovation and fleet optimisation.

The lifting plan developed by Sarens' engineering team enabled the SGC-120/1 and SGC-170 cranes to perform continuous loading operations of large offshore components. Working in tandem for the first time, two of Sarens' five largest slewing ring cranes have performed complex heavy lifting operations. Coordinating tandem lifts between cranes of this magnitude requires extremely precise synchronisation between equipment, control systems, and engineering planning. To ensure maximum efficiency in operations, Sarens employs advanced lift planning methodologies, specific synchronisation protocols, and internally developed handling solutions that optimise the sequence of movements and reduce operating times.

"This type of operation represents a significant step forward in the evolution of heavy lifting capabilities worldwide. By combining technological innovation, operational expertise, and sustainable solutions, Sarens continues to consolidate its position as a benchmark in the development and execution of large-scale engineering operations," said Matthias Sarens, R&D manager at Sarens. 

www.sarens.com

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CVE welding machine installed at Laser Research Center at Kielce University of Technology in first for Polish engineering 16/03/2026

CAMBRIDGE VACUUM Engineering (CVE) has successfully installed a laser-in-vacuum welding machine at the Laser Research Center of Kielce University of Technology - delivering an engineering first in Poland.

The investment was co-funded by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education and will enable a significant step forward in advanced engineering education and research at Kielce University of Technology. This in turn will help accelerate smart manufacturing and essential infrastructure and industry projects across Central Europe.

The laser-in-vacuum machine - produced at CVE’s headquarters in the UK - is one of the company’s most sophisticated welding platforms. Capable of producing exceptionally clean, high integrity welds up to 35mm deep, the machine can join unusual metal combinations together, including high-performance and gas-sensitive alloys like titanium, magnesium and aluminium.  It features a 5-axis CNC motion system, allowing complex geometries and large components to be welded. It also features a wire-feed system, allowing the machine to perform additive manufacturing and cladding.

"We are excited to integrate a laser-in-vacuum welding system into our curriculum and research programmes. The installation of CVE’s technology will significantly elevate our ability to conduct high-impact studies that can contribute to Poland’s growing engineering and manufacturing sectors. We are grateful to the team at CVE, who worked to an extremely tight deadline to get this machine built and installed," stated Hubert Danielewski, assistant professor at Kielce University of Technology.

The purchase and installation of CVE’s technology at the Faculty of Engineering, which was facilitated via CVE’s Polish partner Technika Spawalnicza, aligns with Kielce University’s commitment to strengthening its experimental resources. Improving laboratory research capabilities, the new equipment will enable innovative research projects in the most demanding joining applications. Crucially, it will also support industries that require novel welding solutions, such as the aerospace sector.

"We are pleased to have partnered with the team at Kielce University of Technology as they continue to expand their technical leadership in engineering. By equipping students and researchers with a cutting-edge laser-in-vacuum system, we are helping to shape the next generation of skilled engineers and advancing the development of breakthrough solutions that will support manufacturing in Poland and across Central Europe for decades to come. Thanks also to the team at Technika Spawalnicza for their input to and support throughout this project," said Paul Haselgrove, sales and marketing director at CVE. 

www.camvaceng.com

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