NEWS
NEWS
News and updates from the Innomech team
along with advice and industry commentary
NEWS
Scaling up: Overcoming Manufacturing Bottlenecks with Automation
Bottlenecks and production challenges in manufacturing are not uncommon. It is a traditional industry with extensive processes and rigid production lines that often, due to factors outside our control, face bottlenecks that can negatively affect production output....
Manufacturing Automation and SME Growth in the UK
Headlines announcing that SMEs face increasing pressure to innovate and remain competitive are not new news. In fact, since Covid, innovation and agility in manufacturing are what UK governments have been calling, if not screaming for. However, as we know, businesses...
Manufacturing Events and Trends for 2025
2025 is in full swing, and to help start the year as we mean to go on, we've pulled together some of the top industry events for the manufacturing and automation sector and some of the top trends we can expect to see over the next 12 months. Events 2025 Industry...
How can Automation Support Net-Zero Goals
The target year set by governments around the world who pledged to meet a net zero goal to reduce the negative impact of climate change on the environment. An ambitious target? Yes. An achievable target? We’re still seeing implementation progress. With numerous...
AI Automation in Manufacturing
Across all industry sectors, there is no escaping headlines surrounding developments, advances, and the use of AI. And like it or run for the hills at the mention of it, AI is here to stay. For manufacturing, AI automation has generated a lot of discussions and...
Integration of IT and OT in UK Manufacturing
Information technology and operational technology are not new concepts to manufacturing. Both play a role, and both have a function to perform. However, IT and OT convergence is a new way of thinking and operating. Helping to drive manufacturing forward, achieve...
How to Future-Proof Your Business with Automation
Futureproof manufacturing with automation is no longer optional - it's essential. As we know, current manufacturing cannot be, and is most certainly not, business as usual. With ongoing market disruptions, supply chain challenges, and let’s not forget, the current...
What’s Next For Manufacturing? – A Post-Election Update
In 2024, the manufacturing sector had very clear goals: to continue supporting economic stability and improve investment. And as we look back on Q1 and Q2, we can see a positive shift in business confidence in the sector and a boost in growth prospects. In addition,...
What to Look For in a Manufacturing Automation Partner
When evaluating your manufacturing processes and procedures, you know your requirements. You have the data and the insight to support what you want and need to achieve, and deep down, you know you have to work with the right automation partner to meet these...
Strengthening the Future of Manufacturing by Upskilling in Engineering and Technology
The manufacturing sector continues to overcome various challenges; however, the one challenge that continues to stop CEOs and senior management in their tracks is managing the skills gap. The skills gap and recruiting and retaining skilled employees are critical areas...
What Are the Benefits of a Multi-Disciplinary Team in Manufacturing?
Manufacturing can often be considered a steadfast industry. In fact, not just considered, we know after years of working in manufacturing ourselves that it is. However, processes, production lines, and operating standards are now in line, ready, and waiting for...
How Can I Make My Automation Project a Success?
Automation in manufacturing is now the key to driving efficiency and productivity. For streamlining processes, reducing errors, freeing up time and resources, and improving profit margins. However, how do you ensure success? What elements and factors should you...
How to Improve Operators’ Safety in Manufacturing
Safety in manufacturing has always been and always will be, a significant concern. And with good reason. Manufacturing facilities use some of the most powerful and complex machinery in the world. Each product must move through multiple stages, many of which involve...
How ROI Can Determine if You’re Ready to Automate Manufacturing
Determining manufacturing ROI isn't always straightforward; however, it can be essential to support decisions relating to the introduction of automation into processes and systems. There is no denying that automation is a big investment. As such, evaluation of the ROI...
Innovate Your Manufacturing by Capitalising on Current Industry Trends
As we head into the second half of 2023, it’s pleasing to read reports and see first-hand, that the fast pace and ongoing growth that the manufacturing sector is experiencing will continue, despite ongoing supply issues, labour shortages, and economic uncertainty....
