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• Aalberts Apollo PowerPress US Manufacturing - Aalberts expands Apollo PowerPress manufacturing in U.S., reducing lead times to 7 days for UK buyers, lowering costs by up to 10%. Chart details prov
• Advanced Manufacturing Expert Panel Recruitment - The DBT aims to appoint between 5 and 8 members who will help shape the future of UK engineering by assessing innovative technologies and strategies.
• Aeroflex Neu board approves Rs 3,00,11,220 investment - Aeroflex Neu board approves Rs 3,00,11,220 investment. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• AI in Valve Sealing Technology - The impact of artificial intelligence on valve sealing technology. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• AIPBI Framework for ASEAN Growth - Guidance: Growth Gateway: ASEAN Industrial Projects Based Initiative framework. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Atam Valves Limited receives API Spec Q1 certification - Atam Valves Limited receives API Spec Q1 certification. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• AXV valve platform for precise pressure control - AXV valve platform for precise pressure control. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Bailey Hydro Custom WC Series Launches - Bailey International launches Hydro Custom WC series with enhanced durability and precision, adhering to EU WEEE standards for reduced environmental i
• Baker Hughes Opens Subsea Facility Norway - Baker Hughes opens Subsea Services Center in Norway with ISO 9001 compliant actuators, enhancing UK supply chain support and product range.
• Beijer Tech acquires MGA Controls - This acquisition is expected to have significant financial implications for both companies and could reshape the engineering supply chain in the UK.
• BEL Valves signs multi-million contract - This deal highlights the company's commitment to environmental sustainability and sets new benchmarks in the engineering industry.
• BICS consultation on regulatory changes - British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme: consultation on regulatory changes and scheme delivery. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My L
• BICS Consultation: Eligibility and Approach - British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme: consultation on scheme eligibility and approach. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Co
• Boeing and Ontic Expand Valve Partnership - Boeing and Ontic expand partnership to distribute Grimes engine valves for commercial aircraft, ensuring AS9102 compliance and reducing maintenance do
• Bosch Rexroth adds new LC-8X high-flow valve size - Bosch Rexroth expands LC-8X valve series with 125 size, handling up to 400 l/min at 35 MPa, offering UK engineers enhanced hydraulic system performanc
• Building Materials Stats April 2026 - Accredited official statistics: Building materials and components statistics: April 2026. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Comp
• Building Materials Stats March 2026 - Accredited official statistics: Building materials and components statistics: March 2026. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Comp
• Business Secretary champions flagship investment in UK’s largest gigafactory - Business Secretary champions flagship investment in UK’s largest gigafactory. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Calculate the Length of Tubing Needed - Calculate tubing length accurately to ensure optimal hydraulic system performance as per BS EN ISO 13369:2013 standards for durability and efficiency.
• Canfield Connector Introduces GTT Series GatorMate™ J1939 CAN Bus Terminators - Canfield Connector Introduces GTT Series GatorMate™ J1939 CAN Bus Terminators. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Celebrating 60 years of the Danfoss T2 valve - Celebrating 60 years of the Danfoss T2 valve since 1966; learn about its impact on refrigeration engineering standards and reliability for UK engineer
• Check UK Engineering Supplier Stability - How to check if a UK engineering supplier is financially stable before placing orders. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Compone
• China proposes CCC standard for LNG vehicle valves - China proposes CCC standard for LNG vehicle valves to ensure safety, requiring strict testing by Chinese agencies for UK suppliers entering the market
• Cleanova OMNI™ Feed Interface System Launches - The new OMNI™ Feed Interface System is designed to reduce downtime, extend cloth life, and simplify maintenance procedures.
• CNM VALVE awarded API certification - CNM VALVE earns API 6D certification, ensuring quality and safety in oil and gas projects. Readers get financial implications and market access detail
• Companies House data for supplier vetting - How Companies House data helps procurement teams vet new engineering suppliers. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• ControlAir 715BP and 7250BP Regulators Announced - These regulators are designed to maintain steady back pressure in pneumatic systems, ensuring reliable operation of valves and actuators.
• Cost Implications for Engineers Q1 2026 Update - Policy paper: Industrial Strategy quarterly update: January to March 2026. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• CVS Engineering at IFAT Munich - CVS engineering at the IFAT environmental trade fair in Munich. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Danfoss Hydraulic Controls Solution in a Tunnel Boring Machine - This innovative solution addresses key challenges faced by tunnel boring operations, particularly when it comes to hydraulic control systems.
• Data centre demand - In the UK, this growth presents both challenges and opportunities for engineers, procurement managers, and component suppliers.
• Delco Valve Installs ATEX Electric Ball Valve - Delco Valve installs explosion-proof electric ball valve at Spanish chemical plant; meets EN ISO 10218-1:2016 standards for EU safety requirements.
• DERVOS Valve Renews API 6D & 600 Certs - DERVOS Valve renews API 6D & API 600 certifications through rigorous audit, ensuring safety and reliability in oil and gas industry standards.
• DFPD: New benchmark for quarter-turn actuator systems - DFPD: New benchmark for quarter-turn actuator systems. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Digital Inclusion Group Meeting Summaries - Transparency data: Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion: meeting summaries. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Double-Seated Ball Valve Resurgence UK Engineering - The double-seated non-contact ball valve returns with ISO standards met, offering UK engineers enhanced performance in high-pressure systems. Chart in
• Draining Pilot Operated to Open Check Valves - Draining Pilot Operated to Open Check Valves. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• EHS, CHS, and the VDPC - EHS, CHS, and the VDPC These technologies aim to enhance precision, efficiency, and reliability. ## How Do EHS, CHS, and VDPC Affect UK Engineers?
• Elevating People, Performance, and Possibility - Elevating People, Performance, and Possibility in UK engineering reduces maintenance costs by up to 30%, offering insights into high-quality suppliers
• Emerson expands Fisher valve portfoli - This addition addresses common challenges in industrial steam applications, such as condensate removal and minimizing steam losses.
• Emerson introduces AspenTech AVA™ AI platform - For UK engineers, procurement managers, and component suppliers, this means a shift towards smarter, data-driven decision-making.
• Employment Rights Act 2025 factsheets - Employment Rights Act 2025 factsheets outline new UK regulations: six months parental leave and enhanced health and safety protocols for engineers. Fa
• Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres Standards - Guidance: Designated Standards ensures equipment meets IEC 60079 series for explosive atmospheres, crucial for UK safety compliance on MLC.
• EVR enhances valve solutions for tough applications - ### What Are Pinch Valves? Pinch valves are a type of control valve that uses an elastomer sleeve as the mechanism for fluid flow regulation.
• Festo C-slot SDAC-MHS Sensor for Grippers - Festo Introduces Programmable Position Transmitter for Grippers and Compact Actuators. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Compone
• Flat Gasket Performance for Off-Hwy Equip - Why Superior Flat Gasket Performance is Essential for Off-Highway Equipment. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Gates Introduces 3” and 4” Data Master™ Megaflex™ Hoses To Unlock Higher-Capacity Cooling for Data Centers - Gates Introduces 3” and 4” Data Master™ Megaflex™ Hoses To Unlock Higher-Capacity Cooling for Data Centers. UK engineering industry news and analysis
• GCA Moves to Defra July 1, 2026 - Supply chain fairness: GCA moves to Defra July 1, 2026, impacting food supply standards for engineers and manufacturers. ISO and BS compliance crucial
• Government Power to Nationalize British Steel - This move could have significant financial implications for the engineering sector, affecting procurement managers and suppliers alike.
• GR Supervision: Keeping critical valves alive - This approach aligns well with procurement managers' and maintenance engineers' needs to extend equipment lifespan while ensuring operational reliabil
• Guidance: Designated standards: lifts - Guidance: Designated standards: lifts updates EN 81-20:2014+A11:2023 for UK lift safety, ensuring compliance with PUWER and LOLER regulations.
• Guidance: Designated standards: low voltage - Guidance: Designated Standards for low-voltage equipment updates BS EN 61850 series, impacting UK engineers and procurement managers with new safety c
• Guidance: Designated standards: machinery - Guidance: Designated standards: machinery updates include ISO 13849-1:2015 for safety control systems, ensuring compliance and factory safety for UK e
• Guidance: Designated standards: PPE - Guidance: Designated standards: PPE. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Guidance: Designated standards: pressure equipment - These updates aim to ensure compliance with safety regulations, impacting procurement managers, maintenance engineers, and component suppliers.
• Guidance: Designated standards: radio equipment - This update directly impacts UK engineers, procurement managers, and component suppliers involved in the manufacturing and maintenance of radio device
• Guidance: Designated standards: recreational craft - These changes directly impact engineers, procurement managers, and component suppliers working on boats, kayaks, canoes, and other watercraft.
• HAWE Hydraulics Boost Forestry Efficiency - Modern Hydraulic Solutions From HAWE Enhance Efficiency, Comfort, and Sustainability in Forestry Technology. UK engineering industry news and analysis
• HCRS Legal Cost Framework Guidance - Guidance: Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS): legal cost framework. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Horizon Europe funding - Horizon Europe funding. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Horizon Shortfalls: New Appeal Process Launches - This move is seen as a significant step towards addressing grievances and providing fairer outcomes for affected postmasters.
• How to audit a new engineering component supplier before placing an order - How to audit a new engineering component supplier before placing an order. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• HT Announces New Heavy Lift Solutions Segment - HT announces new heavy lift solutions segment for UK engineers, simplifying sourcing with a single provider, reducing logistical complexities. Read mo
• Hydraulic Flow Control Valves Symbols - Identifying Hydraulic Flow Control Valves From Simplified & Detailed Symbols. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Hydraulic Pump Modeling Webinar - Webinar: Hydraulic Pump Modeling for Application Engineers. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Hydraulic vs Pneumatic Systems Choice - The difference between hydraulic and pneumatic systems: choosing the right technology. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Compone
• IMI Lake Forest Manufacturing Opens - The opening of this new facility will likely lead to cost savings for UK engineers and procurement managers.
• Industrial Strategy Update Oct-Dec 2025 - Policy paper: Industrial Strategy quarterly update: October to December 2025. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Integrated Solutions - Integrated Solutions announces 20% energy reduction in hydraulic circuits, benefiting UK engineers with efficient modular designs and streamlined main
• Introducing new Doosan Puma VTS1620M - Introducing Doosan Puma VTS1620M: high-precision vertical turning centre for valve production with 0.005 mm accuracy, boosting UK engineering producti
• Invest 2035: the UK’s modern industrial strategy - Invest 2035 focuses on advanced manufacturing with A2-70 stainless steel, boosting UK economy for engineers and suppliers.
• ISO 9001 in UK Component Supply Chains - The role of ISO 9001 certification in UK component supply chains. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• JINBIN delivers a custom DN600 knife gate valve - JINBIN delivers custom DN600 knife gate valve for heavy-duty use, meeting ISO 5752 standards, offering reliable fluid management solutions for UK indu
• KLINGER The Netherlands acquires Conovalve - KLINGER The Netherlands acquires Conovalve, expanding its range with A2-70 stainless steel butterfly valves for UK engineers and procurement managers.
• KROHNE launches REconnect - KROHNE launches REconnect, a quick coupling system for diaphragm seals, reducing maintenance time and improving safety standards in UK industries.
• Master Flo USA launches redesigned ES&C choke valv - The new valve promises improved performance and reliability. ## How does this redesign benefit UK engineers and procurement managers?
• Modular TPE Bellows for Special-Purpose Vehicles and Industrial Applications - Modular TPE Bellows for Special-Purpose Vehicles and Industrial Applications. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Momentum Group acquires Actuated Solutions Limited - Momentum Group acquires Actuated Solutions Limited for £15 million, enhancing valve automation services and supply chain management for procurement ma
• MOQ: Buy Direct or Distributor - Understanding MOQs for buying decisions; learn when to order 10, 000 A2-70 bolts directly or use distributors for smaller needs. Comparison chart incl
• Motion Opens Two New Branches in Mexico - Motion Opens Two New Branches in Mexico. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• National Pump Low NPSH Impellers - National Pump Company introduces low NPSH impellers made with A2-70 stainless steel for enhanced efficiency and durability in challenging industrial s
• New Valves and Fittings for Global Projects - New Line of Industrial Valves and Fittings Launched for Global Projects. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Not so good valve vibrations - Not so good valve vibrations cause safety risks; BS EN ISO 15706-2:2008 mandates monitoring for compliance. Learn about challenges and solutions on th
• Oliver Valvetek wins King’s award - The award highlights Oliver Valvetek's significant contributions to valve engineering technology, particularly its advancements in butterfly valves.
• Powering the Future of Energy | Omniseal Solutions - They often overlook its specialized role in providing precision polymer and metal seals for extreme energy applications, including hydrogen.
• Procurement Shifts to Multi-Source Strategies - Why procurement managers are switching from single-source to multi-source strategies. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Componen
• PRUSS and OMB launch PROcv control valves - PRUSS and OMB launch PROcv control valves. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Reading Bearing Specs: Loads, Speeds, Tolerances - How to read a bearing specification datasheet: load ratings, speeds, and tolerances explained. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local
• Reshoring impacts UK fastener bearing makers - The impact of reshoring on UK fastener and bearing manufacturers. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Retrofit improves Wildcat Point valve reliability - This retrofit aimed to reduce erosion and improve stability, significantly cutting maintenance costs.
• Rotork YT-1000 saves 30% air - Rotork boosts YT-1000 efficiency with 30% air savings. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• SAIL DSP awards a contract to SMS group - SAIL DSP awards a contract to SMS group. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Saipem wins Eni contract for Priolo biorefinery - Saipem wins Eni contract for Priolo biorefinery. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Selection criteria for industrial valves - Selection criteria for industrial valves ensure safety and compliance with ISO 10435, providing critical guidance on valve selection for engineers.
• Stainless steel vs carbon fasteners price worth it - Stainless steel vs carbon steel fasteners: when the price premium is worth paying. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Standard individual export licences (SIELs) - Standard individual export licences (SIELs). UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• STATS Group Hot Tap Project in Indonesia - This marks a significant milestone for offshore engineering and maintenance practices, setting new standards for safe and efficient pipeline work.
• Steel Nationalization Bill Advances in Parliament - Bill that could nationalise British Steel takes first step through Parliament. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Sun Hydraulics introduces QMEH cartridge valve - Sun Hydraulics introduces QMEH cartridge valve. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Support for Engineers in Horizon Scandal - Get support from the Information and Support Service. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Sustainability in engineering: recycled metals - Sustainability in engineering: recycled metals and circular supply chains. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Sustainable Coating for Hydraulic Rods延长寿命 - Sustainable coating for hydraulic piston rods extends life by 50%, reducing maintenance costs for UK engineers. Read about benefits and applications n
• The Pressure to Perform - The Pressure to Perform. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Trade and Investment Factsheets W-Z UK Partners - These reports cover countries whose names start with the letters W, X, Y, or Z, offering a granular view into specific economic relationships.
• Trelleborg Launches Reduced Carbon Footprint EPDMs - Trelleborg introduces eco-friendly EPDM compounds reducing carbon emissions by 30%, offering sustainable options for engineers, specifications availab
• Trelleborg Partner With John Deere 2025 - This achievement highlights Trelleborg's commitment to quality and reliability, positioning it as a trusted supplier in the agricultural machinery sec
• Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Opens State-of-the-Art European Service Center - The facility is highly automated, using advanced robotics to ensure precision manufacturing.
• TWS strengthens EU presence with CE certification - TWS's eccentric butterfly valve is now CE certified for EU compliance, meeting ISO 9001 standards, ensuring quality for UK procurement managers.
• Typhoon export licence guidance - Guidance: Open general export licence military goods: collaborative project Typhoon. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Component
• UK bearing imports £169m in 2023 - UK bearing imports reached £169 million in 2023 - what this means for domestic manufacturers. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local
• UK Centrifugal Pump Imports £79M 2023 - UK pump manufacturers saw £79 million in centrifugal pump imports in 2023. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• UK cuts electricity bills for manufacturers - Government cuts electricity bill for 10,000 manufacturers in boost for UK competitiveness. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Com
• UK Engineering Adapts to Material Cost Hike 2026 - How UK engineering manufacturers are adapting to rising material costs in 2026. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• UK Engineering Apprenticeships Train Machinists - Apprenticeships in UK engineering: where the next generation of machinists are training. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Compo
• UK suppliers reduce lead times digitally - Digital inventory management reduces UK supplier lead times by 25%, using real-time data for precise stock tracking of parts like A2-70 bolts. Chart i
• UK Valves Beat Global Imports - The rise of specialist UK valve manufacturers competing against global imports. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• UK vs Imported Parts Lead Times - Lead time trends for UK-manufactured vs imported engineering components. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• UK-Cambodia Infrastructure Playbook - Guidance: Growth Gateway: UK–Cambodia infrastructure market playbook. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• UL Solutions launches certification services - This move marks a significant step towards standardizing testing protocols for emerging technologies within the UK engineering supply chain.
• Vacuum Cup Selection for Automation Efficiency - According to Daniel Pascoe's article on Fluid Power Journal, proper cup selection can significantly impact system performance and reliability.
• Valmet launches industrial NEXUS R&D program - Valmet launches industrial NEXUS R&D program. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components.
• Valmet opens new flow control facility in Sydney - Valmet opens 2, 000 sqm flow control facility in Sydney, enhancing service for Oceania with local support and reduced lead times for UK engineers.
• Valve selection for desalination in Africa - Valve selection for desalination plants: A technical perspective focused on Africa. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components
• Valve World Asia 2026 Pre-reg Open Shanghai - This event offers a unique opportunity for UK engineers, procurement managers, and component suppliers to connect with industry experts from across As
• Valveworks USA Acquires Houston Oilfield Inc - Valveworks USA is pleased to announce the acquisition of Houston Oilfield Equipment, Inc., effective from March 1st, 2023.
• Versatile electric actuators for valves and dampers - Versatile electric actuators for valves and dampers; Valmet's Valvcon Quarterback QB-series offers enhanced torque and diagnostics, read about it now.
• Walnut Creek WWTP Expansion Begins - Austin Water begins USD 1.5bn Walnut Creek WWTP expansion, creating jobs and requiring stainless steel valves A2-70. Read about UK supply chain opport
• Why small UK fastener suppliers are outperforming large distributors on lead times - Why small UK fastener suppliers are outperforming large distributors on lead times. UK engineering industry news and analysis from My Local Components
• Why smart pressure management determines PFAS treatment success - Smart pressure management boosts PFAS removal efficiency by up to 30%, crucial for UK engineers and procurement managers. Readers get valve specs.
• ZhongBo Valve launches new smart valve series - ZhongBo Valve launches smart IoT valves meeting ISO 15848-2 for enhanced industrial automation, offering real-time monitoring and predictive maintenan