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MTDCNC Podcast – Manufacturing Technology

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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.

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What makes this year’s Student Summit unmissable?

It’s a launchpad for thousands of students discovering high-tech, high-impact, and highly lucrative careers. In this powerful episode of the MTDCNC Podcast, Catherine Ross joins Arthur Field to explain why the IMTS 2026 Student Summit isn’t just another event. From 15,000+ students engaging hands-on with robotics and automation to real job pathways, internships, and career connections, this is where inspiration turns into opportunity. If the industry is serious about closing the skills gap, this is where the action starts. As Catherine puts it, “Careers in manufacturing can disrupt generations of financial struggles…” The question is – will we show up

EP237

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Star-SU: 100 years of people, precision and motion

“They don’t just sell tools. They help the world turn, literally.” Behind every precision gear is a human story worth hearing. This is the real story behind nearly a century of family-led manufacturing at Star-SU, shared by Jeffrey Lawton on the latest MTDCNC Podcast. From generational leadership and global growth to resilience, risk-taking, and people-first values, this conversation explores what it truly takes to last in manufacturing: a powerful reminder that progress comes from craftsmanship, relationships, and never losing sight of the human side of industry.

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Sodick Germany: Why EDM performance isn’t just about the machine

“Everything you touch daily has probably been through an EDM process.” From machine technology to the wire itself, Sodick is obsessed with getting more out of EDM. In this behind-the-scenes podcast, MTDCNC’s Paul Jones sits down with the Sodick Germany team to talk partnerships, performance, and why wire matters more than most shops realise. The conversation explores how wire choice, machine capability, and close collaboration are helping shops unlock performance they didn’t realise was already there. If you’re serious about pushing EDM further – faster cuts, better results, and smarter use of your machines – this is a conversation worth

EP236

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Quick Quotes & Six Workshop Expansions: G23 Engineering’s Fast Growth with PSL Datatrack

Running a subcontract precision engineering business takes more than machines – it takes control, clarity and the right systems. In this MTDCNC Podcast, host Tom Skubala sits down with Geoff Gartland, Managing Director of PSL Datatrack, and Adam Green, owner of G23 Engineering Limited, to revisit a 10-year journey from an £11k cowshed startup to a thriving machine shop. Adam shares how he: PSL Datatrack’s production control software helped G23: Adam calls PSL Datatrack a gamechanger: simple, powerful and built for engineers – helping G23 present themselves as a larger, professional operation while freeing Adam to focus on running the

EP235

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How fast can your machine builder get you running again?

You know you’ve got the right partner when uptime is built into their entire service philosophy! That’s what Starrag is all about. In today’s podcast, MTDCNC’s Arthur Field talks with Rob and Steven of Starrag about how their team classifies parts, manages everything through their ERP system, and ships critical replacements straight from their Kentucky warehouse. From a flooded vertical turning center to modernizing a 1970s machine to 2025 standards, their service stories are proof that Starrag keeps customers’ machines running. Tune in to learn how smart stocking, global technician coordination, and precise ticket tracking help Starrag react fast when

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Great British Manufacturing Podcast

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Great British Manufacturing Podcast S2 Ep2

Mauran Kumar, Global Marketing Director at Nanotech Energy, discusses the American-owned firm’s plans to build a revolutionary new gigafactory in the UK on this special edition of The Great British Manufacturing Podcast.

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Great British…

Great British Manufacturing Podcast S2 Ep1

The Rt Hon Grant Shapps, MP for Welwyn Hatfield and Secretary of State for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, discusses new factories, inward investment, electric vehicles, graphene, renewable energy, net zero and much more on this special edition of the Great British Manufacturing Podcast.

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Great British Manufacturing Podcast Episode Fifty Two

New factories and facilities, an array of huge investments and thousands of new jobs on this week’s Great British Manufacturing Podcast. We feature a range of aerospace stories to celebrate the return of the internationally renowned Farnborough Airshow, including contract wins for BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo and Team Tempest. On a packed show, we also discuss Johnson Matthey’s new £80m hydrogen gigafactory, Raytheon’s new Livingston facility, Stannah’s Andover factory, PragmatIC Semiconductor’s new £68m plant, Pensana’s £150m rare earths refinery and much more. Edward Pigg, Axil Integrated Services’ Managing Director, is our special guest Axil provides comprehensive and long-term business waste

EP51

Great British…

Great British Manufacturing Podcast Episode Fifty One

New factories and facilities, an array of huge investments and thousands of new jobs on this week’s Great British Manufacturing Podcast. We feature MAHLE Powertrains’ two new UK facilities, SeAH Wind’s new £400m manufacturing plant, Lunaz’s major expansion and recruitment drive, Sheffield Forgemasters new forge building, Skyrora’s new rocket production facility in Scotland, Red Bull’s new British-built hypercar and engine factory, Rolls-Royce SMR’s £200m manufacturing plant and much more. Ken Scott, Tevva Trucks’ Chief Engineer, is our special guest.

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Great British…

Great British Manufacturing Podcast Episode Fifty

New factories and facilities, an array of huge investments and thousands of new jobs on this week’s Great British Manufacturing Podcast. We feature Renishaw’s £50m investment at its Welsh site, Knauf’s new factory, Nissan’s plans to create 300 new jobs, BAE’s £500 million Spanish Air Force Typhoon contract win, the return of Lola, JCB’s latest recruitment drive, McMurtry’s record-breaking Spéirling electric car, Tevva’s new hydrogen electric truck and much more. Phil Hamlyn Williams, author of the recently published ‘How Britain Shaped the Manufacturing World’, is our special guest. Buy Phil’s book here: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/How-Britain-Shaped-the-Manufacturing-World-Hardback/p/21375 Link to Phil’s blog: https://www.philiphamlynwilliams.co.uk/

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Great British…

Great British Manufacturing Podcast Episode Forty Nine

New factories and facilities, an array of huge investments and thousands of new jobs on this week’s Great British Manufacturing Podcast. We feature British Steel’s £80m investment, Alexander Dennis’ new Farnborough facility, Hybrid Air Vehicles’ huge export order, Ciner’s £390m glass manufacturing plant, Meggitt’s new £130m ‘super site’ in Coventry, Rolls-Royce’s new Manchester HQ, GSK’s new £90m factory, SeAH Wind’s £300m monopile production facility, Smith+Nephew’s new £80m factory, TopHat’s plans to create 1,000 jobs, Astra Zeneca’s £16.5m investment and much more. Malcolm Earp, COO and CCO of The Ultimate Battery Company, is our special guest.

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SME Focus

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SME Focus

SME Focus Episode 264: Richard Fallon – The Technology Supply Chain

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 Richard Fallon.

EP263

SME Focus

SME Focus Episode 259: Poggy Murray Whitham – EqualEngineers.

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NEW PODCAST: Steve Finn on 2025 – Insights from DMG MORI UK

As 2025 comes to a close, join Steve Finn in conversation with Paul as they share their candid insights on the current state of UK manufacturing. In this in-depth discussion, they cover the industries that are growing and healthy, as well as the challenges many manufacturers continue to face in today’s dynamic environment. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Steve Finn brings decades of experience in precision engineering and manufacturing, providing a unique perspective on how businesses can navigate uncertainty and find opportunities for growth. Whether you’re a manufacturer, engineer, or simply passionate about advanced manufacturing technology, this conversation offers

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Richard Kingsbury ‘B2B’ Podcast with Paul Jones

In this powerful B2B episode, Paul sits down with Richard Kingsbury, Managing Director of Kingsbury, who has led the company for over 30 years. Together, they dive into everything from the current global economic crisis and the UK’s industrial strategy, to the personal beliefs and challenges that have shaped Richard’s journey. From the chaos of Brexit and Covid, to his outlook on business, sales, and long-term strategy, this is a no-holds-barred conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Peter Capp ‘Bench2Boardroom’ Podcast Episode 5

In this episode of MTDCNC’s ‘Bench2Boardroom’ podcast, Paul sits down with Peter Capp, the Chief Executive Officer at Sodick Europe. Peter’s distinguished career has been marked by diverse experiences, from a promising Leicester City youth player to a well skilled toolmaker and becoming the current Chief Executive Officer of Sodick Europe! Peter’s route to success has been full of winding roads. In this episode we find out what it was like to achieve success from the man himself.

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Tim Paddison ‘Bench2Boardroom’ Podcast Episode 4

In this episode of MTD’s ‘Bench2Boardroom’ podcast, Paul sits down with Tim Paddison, the Managing Director of Hoffmann UK. Tim’s illustrious career has been marked by diverse experiences, including running his own company and working for one of the world’s largest product distribution firms. Now at the helm of Hoffmann UK, Tim leads a company with ambitious goals that mirror his own determined spirit.

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Martin Doyle on ‘Bench2boardroom’ Podcast

Welcome to the latest episode of ‘B2B’! Join Paul and Martin as they delve into Martin’s fascinating journey through the world of manufacturing. From his humble beginnings to becoming the managing director of the Engineering Technology Group, Martin shares his career highs, lows, ambitions, and beliefs. Don’t miss out on this riveting conversation that offers insights into the workbench to boardroom trajectory.

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Domenic Seminerio ‘Bench2Boardroom’ Episode 2

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of our ‘Bench2Boardroom’ Podcast series, where we sit down with industry leaders to explore their professional journeys. In this installment, we have the privilege of hosting Domenic Seminerio, Sales Director at Matsuura UK. Join us as Domenic takes us on a captivating journey through nearly four decades of his illustrious career. Experience the highs and lows, the triumphs and challenges that have shaped his remarkable path. As a well-respected and highly successful businessman, Domenic generously shares insights on growing a sales team, effective people management, the art of being a successful salesman, and the invaluable

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FactoryTALK

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FactoryTalk Ep 21: Education and innovation. Why training your workforce matters more than ever.

As British industries continue to innovate in an increasingly competitive world, ensuring your workforce is trained throughout their working life has never been more important. The value of continued training is highlighted in the recently published In-Comm Annual Barometer which assesses trends, and looks at the strengths and weaknesses in a wide variety of businesses across the economy. In this edition of Factory Talk, In-Comm Managing Director Gareth Jones talks to Richard Jordan about how a fully trained and updated staff member can bring help businesses grow as the recovery from the pandemic gathers pace.

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FactoryTalk Ep 20 Part 2: Technology in Cornwall – Could Cornwall become the UK’s answer to Silicon Valley?

In this edition of Factory Talk, Richard talks with Gail Estaugh, Programme Director at Aerospace Cornwall, and Caitlin Gould, Director of Bluefruit Software to continue their discussion of Cornwall, including Cornwall’s heritage and moving forward with broader technologies while retaining that heritage. In a post-pandemic world, Gail and Caitlin discuss the positive impact of technology that the pandemic has provided Cornwall and how moving forward can inspire young students to stay local and develop Cornwall’s technology sector. Gail and Caitlin also discuss what’s next for Cornwall and having a larger voice within the UK government.

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FactoryTalk Ep 20 Part 1: Technology in Cornwall – Could Cornwall become the UK’s answer to Silicon Valley?

It’s a county with a proud history in mining and maritime, but now is attracting an increasing number of high-tech companies In this edition of Factory Talk, Richard talks to Gail Estaugh, Programme Director at Aerospace Cornwall, and Caitlin Gould, Director of Bluefruit Software in the first of two programmes focussing on how Cornwall is reinventing itself, whilst maintaining its lure as one of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations. In a post-pandemic world, Gail and Caitlin look at the new companies choosing to base themselves in the southwest, and the benefits to the local and national economy.

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FactoryTalk Ep 19: Norton – on the road to becoming the ‘world’s best’ motorcycle brand

On this week’s FactoryTALK, we are joined by John Russell, CEO of the iconic British motorcycle brand Norton. TVS Motor Company, Norton’s new owners, have invested millions of pounds into a new manufacturing facility in Solihull fortifying Norton’s future in a quest to become the world’s best motorcycle brand. John and Richard discuss how the historic marque aims to be a ‘brand of the future’ and not get lost in its past as some famous British manufacturers. Also discussed is Norton’s plans to manufacture electric motorcycles by 2035 and the measures to be taken to ensure its discerning customers enjoy

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FactoryTALK

FactoryTalk Episode 18: Siemens Mobility on the right track for future growth

Siemens is a truly global company, employing thousands of people and a turnover running into the billions. The organisation has a proud history of innovation and excellence. In this special edition of Factory Talk, Richard talks Will Wilson, the CEO of Siemens Mobility, about the company’s £200 million train factory and rail village development in Goole and how his firm is helping to shape future transport solutions in the UK, and the wider world, in the coming decades. In addition to manufacturing the next generation of trains, Siemens has divisions supplying the energy and healthcare sectors. Will looks at the

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FactoryTALK Episode 17: Grand Designs! – Legendary Formula 1 visionary Gordon Murray on building better in the UK.

On Factory Talk this week Richard gets to meet Gordon Murray whose career stretches back fifty years. From arriving in the UK from South Africa, through Formula One, to designing his own brand new state of the art factory to continue his work. Now in his seventies, Murray shows no signs of slowing down, with his company Gordon Murray Automotive having recently unveiled its T.50 supercar in full for the first time, showing the finished exterior and interior design and confirming its ground-breaking technical specifications. The T.50 has been engineered to be the purest, lightest, most driver-centric supercar ever. The man that’s inspired

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MTD Magazine Audiobook

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UK Manufacturing: MTD Magazine, November Edition!

Listen to some of the best stories of the November 2025 edition of the MTD magazine. This edition’s theme is UK manufacturing with a technology focus on software! Read the full magazine here – https://mtdcnc.com/digital/november-2025 If you’re seeking unparalleled insights into the world of machining and manufacturing, look no further than MTD Magazine. We offer distinctive content that sets us apart. Our magazine is not only a compelling read but also a captivating listen. Explore our articles, or tune in to our audiobook for a comprehensive experience.

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Advanced CT Scanning

Industry-leading computed tomography (CT) scanning technology provided by Nikon has been employed to uncover the secrets of a rare 17th-century pendant watch, part of the Museum of London’s renowned Cheapside Hoard. The intricate details revealed by the scans have transformed the Museum’s understanding of this unique piece of early modern technology, providing new insights into its mechanism, case, and historical significance.The heart of the goldsmiths’ trade in post-medieval Britain was on the south side of Cheapside in the City of London. Here, on 18th June 1912, beneath a brick-lined cellar floor in a timber-framed building, workmen discovered a remarkable cache

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What role does tool holding play in sustainability?

Sustainability considerations are currently ‘trendy’ and Individual elements such as toolholding are often considered. However, if you want to act sustainably, you should not focus too much on finite details and look at the overall process. When it comes to sustainability, the product life cycle and the process in which it is integrated are critical factors. In machining, there are a lot of variables to consider such as the material, component geometry, quantities, type of machine, tools and clamping devices used. External circumstances such as the production location, the qualifications of the employees and automation must also be considered.Apart from

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Workholding upgrade doubles productivity

At Archway Engineering, a Leadwell V-50L 3-axis VMC performs some of the more arduous machining operations at the Elland-based company. On the shop floor of the West Yorkshire factory that manufactures drilling equipment for site investigation, mineral exploration, water well construction and environmental monitoring, the productivity of parts going through this machine has been doubled simply by changing the way workpieces are clamped. The transformation has been achieved by the September purchase of three US-made Chick OneLOKs from sole UK agent 1st Machine Tool Accessories, Salisbury. One of the units remains permanently at one end of the machine’s 1,420 by

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Sodick meets the challenge

When Wall Colmonoy needed to modernise its EDM machining capacity, the manufacturer turned to Sodi-Tech UK and the Sodick brand of wire EDM technology. As the industry benchmark in the manufacture of Colmonoy® surfacing and Nicrobraz® brazing products, precision castings, coatings and components, Wall Colmonoy had three key areas of concern in its wire EDM department. Installing a Sodick ALC800G Premium wire EDM machine resolved them all.The Michigan-based company with European headquarters in Pontardawe, South Wales had two machines with table sizes of around 300 by 400mm, so any large work outside this envelope either had to be subcontracted out

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Everything’s going according to plan

Mills CNC has recently supplied Tufcot Engineering Ltd with a new, large-capacity, multi-tasking lathe to enhance its machining capabilities. The 24” chuck DN Solutions’ Puma 700LM II equipped with driven tooling and FANUC 0iTP control is one of the largest machines acquired by Tufcot in its 43-year history.Tufcot’s relationship with Mills CNC began in 2005 with a Puma 240LC and now the company has purchased the Puma 700LM II, installed at the company’s 50,000sq/ft facility in Sheffield in April 2024.Over the years, more investments with Mills have followed to consolidate its supply chain position and acquire new business. It ordered

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