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ESG is a journey, not a destination

Andrew Nuttall, TR Fastenings European managing director, explains the company’s environmental, sustainability and governance approach

Chemique’s strong bond with furniture manufacturer proves a success

For more than 20 years, specialist adhesives and equipment expert Chemique Adhesives has worked with UK furniture manufacturer, Boss Design. It is the sole supplier of adhesives and application...

High-cycle fatigue evaluation of aerospace fasteners

Vibrophores provide an economical and easy-to-use high-cycle fatigue testing option for designers, component producers and airframe manufacturers, says manufacturer ZwickRoell

A new way to look at supply chain planning

A new white paper from a leading supply chain consultancy suggests retailers should adopt costs-to-serve (CTS) analysis as a core business initiative.

Developing a bespoke telematics system

Intertronics supports Bulk Tainer Telematics with material and dispensing equipment for specialist GPS device.

Wearable medication: a Trelleborg technology guide

Ursula Nollenberger, global product line director for Trelleborg’s healthcare and medical solutions, said: “The market for wearable medical devices is expanding rapidly.”

Business being lost through poor communication of corporate sustainability initiatives

An Essentra executive says that opportunities are being missed and business lost because leaders are failing to clearly communicate sustainability initiatives to their junior colleagues.

Linear friction welding R&D project proven for aerospace engine fittings

Welding R&D organisation TWI was contacted by Parker Lord to investigate the use of linear friction welding for future aerospace applications.

In-process jet engine bolt torque measurement solved in collaborative R&D project

The MTC, Manufacturing Technology Centre, worked with Rolls-Royce to develop a methodology for measuring bolt clamping load in-situ within a restricted geometry environment.

Renault simplifies vehicle assembly with Rivquick rivets

As part of a strategy for continuous improvement, Renault selected the Böllhoff Rivquick 7.5 rivet for simpler assembly processes and enhanced productivity.

An introduction to bio-based adhesives by ARaymond

ARaymond is looking for new ‘sustainable’ adhesives for the automobile industry that would meet the quality and performance levels of classic adhesives.

Atlas Copco’s on-site nitrogen generator system supports automotive rivet manufacture

Atlas Copco Industrial Assembly Solutions has installed an on-site nitrogen generation system that feeds its heat treatment hardening process operation.