That Engineering Chat

Pooja Jha, Director of UK Operations at Sahasra Electronics UK

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:01:39 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Pooja Jha, Director of UK Operations at Sahasra Electronics UK. “Sahasra” was conceived in the year 2000, the new millennium and since then has been one of the most successful and fastest growing electronic companies in India. The group comprises of 6 businesses providing end-to-end electronic solutions from design to manufacturing to distribution.

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Indy Devgun, Business Development at MSA Foams Ltd.

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:01:03 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Indy Devgun, Business Development at MSA Foams Ltd. MSA Foams Ltd specialise in designing and manufacturing foam solutions to transport, display or store equipment safely. Bespoke products from experienced military packaging approved designers can be housed in containers, crates, cases or toolboxes ensuring the contents are securely protected for their entire journey.

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Richard Coltart, Head of Scale Up Programme at Riversimple

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:01:31 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Richard Coltart, Head of Scale Up Programme at Riversimple. Richard has over 2 decades of automotive experience in new product development and manufacturing engineering which he is now utilising to prepare Riversimple for its mission to scale up the deployment of next-generation, sustainability-led, hydrogen FCEV’s with customers across the UK, and beyond.

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Rob Evans, Director at Mesh Training

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 08:58:06 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Rob Evans, Director at Mesh Training. Mesh Training provides in-person Gravity Sketch training through bespoke and standardised courses for new and experienced users.

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Sam Church, Senior Regional Sales Manager at Silicon Motion

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:01:27 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Sam Church, Senior Regional Sales Manager at Silicon Motion. Silicon Motion is the global leader in developing NAND flash controllers for SSD.

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Scott Lindberg, President at Quell Corporation and Gary Evans, MD of Powell Europe

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:01:27 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Scott Lindberg, President at Quell Corporation and Gary Evans, MD of Powell Europe at EDS. Gary and Scott discuss their partnership to distribute EESeal to solve EMI/EMC or Transient/ESD failures.

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Russell Cleasby & Tracy Chang, MOONS’ Industries (UK) Ltd.

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:01:29 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Russell Cleasby & Tracy Chang from MOONS’ Industries (UK) Ltd. MOONS’ Industries (UK) Ltd, part of MOONS’ Industries headquartered in Shanghai, produces over 10 million motors yearly. Overall, MOONS' believes that putting customers at the centre of their business is the key to success, and they work tirelessly to reflect this value in everything they do.

EDS takes place on 11th and 12th October at the Coventry Building Society Arena. To register to visit head to https://engineeringdesignshow-2023.reg.buzz/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=eds_2023

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Steve May-Russelll, CEO of Smallfry

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 23:01:53 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Steve May-Russelll, CEO of Smallfry. Steve is a renowned Industrial Design and Innovation Consultant, recognised for his expertise in the field. He collaborates with leading international brands and academic institutions, working closely with senior managers to invigorate and develop innovative product and service offerings.

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Mark Rushton, Senior Product Marketing Manager for aPriori

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 23:01:45 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Mark Rushton, Senior Product Marketing Manager for aPriori. Mark has an engineering design background and has been involved with Product Development, namely 3D CAD and 3D Printing for over 17 years in several capacities from research through to consulting for the likes of Rolls Royce, GE, JCB, and Dyson. Mark is focused on improving the product development process.

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Dr Davide Di Palma, Engineering Projects Director for HWM Global

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:01:27 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Dr Davide Di Palma, Engineering Projects Director for HWM Global. Davide holds an international PhD in RF communications from the University of Florence and Colorado and discussed a thesis on wireless sensor networks. With HWM Global he delivers innovative end to end systems, from sensors, 2/3/4G – VHF/UHF loggers to Cloud based User Applications, connected to AI solutions.

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Tom Pickering, Founder of Zerocarbontech Solutions

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:01:38 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Coco speaks with Tom Pickering, Founder of Zerocarbontech Solutions. Tom is a passionate supporter of UK engineering entrepreneurs and has led the transformation of over 200 businesses, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, automotive and retail. Tom has a trusted network of investors, commercialisation partners and development engineers.

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Gary Doyle, HARTING Ltd

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:01:56 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Gary Doyle from HARTING who are specialists in electrical connectivity. Starting in 1945, HARTING are a family business supplying connectivity solutions for data, signals and power – with 14 production sites and 44 sales companies worldwide.

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Simon Bonell, Manufacturing & Engineering in the North East

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:01:57 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Simon Bonell all about the Manufacturing & Engineering in the North East exhibition. The trade show is coming back for a one day event on Thursday 30th November at Vertu Motors Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne. The show is for anyone and everyone involved in engineering and manufacturing and is the perfect opportunity to reach new audiences.

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Wing Xu, Omnidex

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:01:53 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Wing Xu from Omnidex. Wing shares how Omnidex have been exhibiting at Subcon since 2015 and have also obtained their top 5 UK customers from Subcon! Wing is a long standing member of the Omnidex team and shares how many of her colleagues have also been with the company for a number of years.

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Dr Denise Taylor PIEMA, Wylde Connections

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 23:01:03 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Dr Denise Taylor PIEMA from Wylde Connections. Denise shares the Wylde Connections mission, which is to help businesses implement sustainability via their net zero strategy and carbon reduction plan.

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Paul Monks, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 23:01:20 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Paul Monks who is the Chief Scientific Advisor for the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Paul’s job is to make sure that government policy uses the best science and engineering available with the goal to reach net zero. He spoke at Subcon to ensure companies are preparing for net zero in the best way possible.

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Simon Bluff, Taylor Forging

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 23:01:28 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Simon Bluff from Taylor Forgings. This is their first year at Subcon and it’s been a roaring success for the company which was started by Simon’s Dad 53 years ago. Simon shares how the steel industry is booming in the UK with a lot of manufacturing being brought back into the country.

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Alastair Fraser, Sapman v12

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:01:58 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Alastair Fraser from Sapman v12. Sapman v12 offers software for manufacturing and distribution companies to enable them to run better. The software they produce is constantly being developed and is lead by exactly what customers are looking for.

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Ian Gardner, IBM

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:01:25 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Ian Gardner from IBM. We were lucky enough to chat to Ian last year, so he’s back, with an update on how your company can make the most out of technology.

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Martin Nottingham and Victoria May, Prototal UK

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:01:27 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Martin Nottingham and Victoria May from Prototal UK. Prototal is one of the longest running additive manufacturing companies in the UK and Victoria was speaking on a panel at Subcon about how it can be used in supply chains.

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Mark Urbanowski, WMG

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 06:29:17 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Mark Urbanowski, who is the Principal Engineer for Micromobility at WMG. Mark was at Subcon as a speaker and is educating others on the opportunity for UK manufacturing in micromobility.

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Philippa Oldham, Advanced Propulsion Centre

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:01:20 GMT

In this episode of That Subcon Engineering Chat, Coco Piesse speaks with Philippa Oldham, who is the Stakeholder Engagement Director at the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC). The APC are here to help accelerate the transition to a net-zero automotive industry through funding, support and insights. With experience from the automotive, aerospace and defence sectors Philippa believes the APC can drive investment that we need to equip the UK with the right capability and technology to be at the forefront of pulling innovative low carbon propulsion solutions through to fruition, accelerating economic return.

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Subcon 2023 - The UK’s Largest Subcontract Manufacturing Supply Chain Show

Wed, 17 May 2023 23:01:16 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole speaks with some of the movers and shakers who you can expect to see at Subcon 2023! We hear from Justin Burns from Machinery, Russell Watkins from Sempai, Sevda Kayhan Yılmaz (Sky) from Turkish Machinery and Jack Squires from Keyence.

Subcon takes place on 7th and 8th June, Hall 12, NEC Birmingham. To register to visit head to https://subconshow.reg.buzz/

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Nicole, Suzanne and Rachel, Chatty Hatter - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:01:47 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to two of her team - Suzanne and Rachel, who attend EDS with her as part of Chatty Hatter. They reflect on the brilliant show and the fantastic numbers of people that have been through the doors over the past couple of days.

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Tarika, Cambridge Consultant - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:01:24 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to Tarika George, who is a Programme Manager for Autonomy and Mobility Services at Cambridge Consultants. Tarika spoke at EDS about the simulation environments for the future of autonomy and discusses with Nicole how how AI can be used to solve real life business problems.

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Roger, University of Sunderland - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:01:53 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats with Roger O’Brien who is the Head of AMAP and leading the SAM project at Sunderland University. Roger shares with Nicole how it’s important to attend exhibitions like EDS in order to bring new technology to manufacturers to see if it’s something they can implement in their businesses. Nicole also learns about robot programming which can now be done in just a matter of hours!

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Tanya, Mathworks - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:01:50 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats with Tanya Morton, who is the Worldwide Director of Customer Success Engineering for Mathworks. Tanya was a speaker at EDS this year and shares with Nicole some of the details of her talk on tackling climate change through electrification. Tanya and Nicole discuss how engineers have an important role to play and how there needs to be education not only at university level but also in businesses so they can up skill employees.

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Joan, Innodisk and Brendan, Simms International - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:01:16 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats with Joan Chu, who is an Account Manager for Innodisk and Brendan Sansom, who is a Business Development Manager for Simms International, all about their partnership together. Joan shares exactly what it’s like to work with Simms for many decades and how partnering enables them to work together like one company. Brendan and Joan discuss how the Simms stand at EDS has aimed to celebrate and showcase the partnerships that companies have and enable customers to meet face to face with their providers.

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Alistair, Intelligent Memory - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:01:06 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats with Alistair Jones, who is the EMEA Sales Manager for Intelligent Memory. Intelligent Memory have recently partnered with Simms International and Alistair shares how this will increase their distribution of innovative DRAM products that they manufacture. The partnership also enables more people to have the solutions they need at the right time.

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John Kraus, Engineers Without Borders UK - EDS Takeover 2022!

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:01:57 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to John Kraus, who is the Chief Executive of Engineers Without Borders UK. Engineers Without Borders UK leads a movement for change to embed global responsibility into the heart of engineering. John shares with Nicole more about how the company helps to ensure undergraduates have climate change at the centre of their curriculum as well as finding ways to influence people in the industry right now.

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John, Relec - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:01:37 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to John Stone, who is the Sales Director of Relec Electronics. Relec is a specialist distributer with a focus on power convertors and display technologies who offer a fantastic technical service from engineers, to engineers. This is Relec’s first year at EDS and John shares how it’s been one of the busiest exhibitions he’s attended with very high quality leads coming through the doors.

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Nicola, Powell Electronics - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 11:32:20 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to Nicola Della Malva, who is the European Sales Director for Powell Electronics. Although this isn’t Powell’s first time at EDS, it is Nicola’s as he has come all the way from Milan to experience the exhibition for himself. Listen now to not only find out more about Powell Electronics, but also why they keep coming back to EDS!

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James, Wurth Electronics - EDS Takeover 2022!

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 09:25:53 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to James East, who is the General Manager for Wurth Electronics UK. James and Nicole discuss the current demands with supply chains and how WE can overcome these issues and provide a longterm solution to customers. Wurth Electronics UK is a passive, electromechanical components and RF modules manufacturer and distributor, with direct sales in over 50 countries across the world! They are also one of the headline sponsors of EDS and have sponsored this takeover series of That Engineering Chat.

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Ben, Mark Allen - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:01:25 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to Ben Allen, CEO of Mark Allen who are the EDS event organisers. Ben and Nicole discuss the 10 year anniversary of EDS, with incredible numbers of people coming through the doors. Mark Allen are one of the UK’s leading independent media communication companies and are the largest publishers of engineering magazines in the UK.

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Drew, Simms International - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:01:01 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Drew Morley, who is a Marketing Lead-Server for Simms International. Drew and Nicole discuss Making IT Happen by Simms, which is a fantastic podcast series that brings business, people, and technology together. Drew shares how Simms International have been attending EDS for years and what makes it such a great exhibition for them!

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Timothy and Keaton, Aston University - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:01:38 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Dr Timothy Whitehead and Keaton Hargun from Aston University all about the 3D printed, prototype, child’s rugby wheelchair they have created! The project has been funded by the British Council and is in association with a university in South Africa to enable children with disabilities to participate in rugby. This a fantastic project and we are so excited to gain some more insight into it.

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James and Lauren, Pico Technology - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 23:01:51 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to James Mackey and Lauren Anderson-Clark who are both part of the Pico Technology team. Pico Technology is a British manufacturer of high-precision PC-based oscilloscopes and automotive diagnostics equipment and was founded in 1991. James and Lauren share how the company have been attending EDS for the last 9 years and also upcoming projects Pico Technology are involved in!

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Mark Bowler, MiniTec UK - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 23:01:28 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Mark Bowler, who is the Sales Manager for MiniTec UK Ltd. MiniTec UK focuses on making flexible aluminium profiles, products and accessories that combine to create a wide range of bespoke solutions for industry. Mark shares why EDS is such a great show for the company and why they keep exhibiting each year.

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Andrew Quenault, DPA PBSI Connectivity - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:16:17 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Andy Quenault, who is a Group Publisher for DPA PBSI Connectivity. Andy shares why EDS is one of the best shows that he attends each year and what makes it so great for exhibitors too. Andy and Nicole also reflect on their working relationship before Nicole set up Chatty Hatter!

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Professor David Bogle, UCL - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 23:01:57 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Professor David Bogle, who is a Pro-Vice-Provost of the Doctoral School for University College London (UCL). David was a speaker at EDS and spoke as part of a panel on the ethics and bias in engineering. By focusing on some recent controversies and tragedies in the industry, David shares how we can make changes to ensure ethics in engineering are a top priority.

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Katie Andrews, CBE+ - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 23:01:21 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series. Nicole chats to Katie Andrews, who is a Marketing Executive at Capabilities Beyond Engineering + (CBE+). Katie shares what makes the company stand out and reflects on the recent merge of four separate companies to make CBE+ what it is today. CBE+ is passionate about offering young people opportunities in the engineering sector as shown through their work with schools, universities and apprenticeship programmes, of which Katie took part in.

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Ronak Samani, Maxon - EDS TAKEOVER 2022!

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 23:01:39 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our Engineering Design Show takeover series! Nicole chats to Ronak Samani, who is a Technical Engineer at Maxon UK. This year Maxon have celebrated their 60 year anniversary and Ronak shares what’s coming up for them as a company. Find out what sets Maxon apart from the rest as they make the move to becoming a systems solution provider.

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We are BACK ready for the Engineering Design Show 2022, 12th – 13th October!

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 23:01:42 GMT

This week’s episode is with Nicole Piesse Turner and Caroline Hayes from team Chatty Hatter! They talk about what you can expect from Chatty Hatter’s stand E8 as we take That Engineering Chat on the road once again. With an exciting selection of speakers and exhibitors planned to be on the show it’s something you don’t want to miss!

Find Chatty Hatter with That Engineering Chat at stand E8.

It’s not too late to register to visit! You can do so at: www.designengineeringshow.co.uk

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THE EDS TAKEOVER 2022! With James East and Kevin Ray, Wurth Electronics UK

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 23:01:07 GMT

We are BACK ready for the Engineering Design Show 2022, 12th – 13th October!

This week’s episode is with James East, General Manager and Kevin Ray, District Sales Manager at Wurth Electronics UK. WE are one of the headline sponsors of EDS and are also proudly sponsoring the That Engineering Chat EDS Takeover series! Nicole chats with James and Kevin about exactly what Wurth Electronics are doing differently compared to others and how this makes them stand out in the market. Wurth Electronics are more than just a one stop shop for their customers, they are a complete design solution for them. They also discuss what technology is hot right now and how WE are satisfying the market. Tune in to find out more about Wurth Electronics UK and why they exhibit year after year at EDS.

Find Chatty Hatter with That Engineering Chat at stand E8.

If you would like to register to visit, please head to: www.designengineeringshow.co.uk

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THE EDS TAKEOVER 2022! With Simon Bonell, Exhibition Sales Director, Mark Allen Exhibitions

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 23:01:39 GMT

We are BACK ready for the Engineering Design Show 2022, 12th – 13th October!

This week’s episode is with the EDS man himself, Simon Bonell, Exhibition Sales Director at Mark Allen Exhibitions. EDS celebrates its 10-year anniversary so Nicole and Simon discuss how this year’s event is going to be the best yet, with a party at 4pm on the first day! Not only this but there’s a variety of workshops that visitors can attend for free, so make sure you set aside plenty of time to get the most out of show. Thank you to all of the 2022 EDS sponsors!

Find Chatty Hatter with That Engineering Chat at stand E8.

If you would like to register to visit, please head to: www.designengineeringshow.co.uk

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Nicole Piesse Turner, Suzanne Howard and Rachel Burrage, Chatty Hatter

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:01:27 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the very last in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to two of her team – Suzanne and Rachel, about why they have enjoyed exhibiting at Subcon so much! The team also look forward to the next show in October – EDS! Will we see you there? Head to https://www.engineeringdesignshows.co.uk to find out more about exhibiting and visiting.

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Stuart Rawlinson, Sales Director, Grenville Engineering

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 23:01:14 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Staurt Rawlinson, Sales Director for Grenville Engineering who’s aim is to provide cutting-edge fabrication with the vision to be one of the leading sheet metal fabrication companies in the UK. Stuart shares why he keeps coming back to Subcon and also what his favourite project has been to date.

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John Blackburn, Chief Vision Officer, Vocacio

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:01:05 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to John Blackburn, Chief Vision Officer at Vocacio which is a people over profit recruitment business, valuing collaboration, innovation & technology. John talks specifically about the current challenges of recruitment in the manufacturing sector.

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Lee Hopkins, Head of Projects & Operations, Industrial Cooling Equipment Limited

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 23:01:48 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Lee Hopkins, Head of Projects & Operations at ICE Ltd who specialise in the design, supply, installation and maintenance of industrial and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. They also incorporate heat recovery and energy conservation services into their work. Lee and Nicole discuss ventilation, as more people are becoming aware of its importance post-pandemic, and how ICE can help with this.

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Jordan Rassas, Head of New Business, Inenco

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:01:52 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Jordan Rassas, Head of New Business at Inenco who have over 50 years of consultancy experience working in energy and utilities management; responding to the changing needs of our customers. Jordan shares some of his knowledge so tune in for how you can make some savings whilst looking after the environment!

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Andrew James, Sales & Marketing director, Impact IT Solutions

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:01:23 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Andrew James, the sales & marketing director for Impact IT Solutions who are technology partners driving the digital transformation. Andrew discusses how Impact can help provide companies with working from home solutions and also develop software and systems to give people unique solutions.

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Paul Smith, Managing Director, Omnidex

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:01:20 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Paul Smith, Managing Director for Omnidex. Paul shares how Subcon attracts a great audience which means he can have lots of targeted conversations with decision-makers. Nicole and Paul discuss the increasing need for more people to get into the engineering and manufacturing industry and some of the barriers that may be in place.

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Julie Hickman, Sales/Works Manager, TDCP

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:01:38 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Julie Hickman, Sales/Works Manager for TDCP which is a surface engineering company founded in 1971. Julie discusses the company’s expansion with Nicole and also how they work on a variety of projects both big and small.

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Dean Munkley, Sales & Marketing Manager, Qimtek

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 23:01:14 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Dean Munkley, Sales & Marketing Manager for Qimtek who help connect people with people in the subcontracting world. Dean shares why Subcon his is favourite show to exhibit at and why Qimtek continues to return year after year.

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Sara Penrose BEng CEng, Co-Owner/Director, Sara Penrose Limited

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:41 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Sara Penrose, Co-Owner/Director of Sara Penrose Ltd who was speaking at Subcon and is a chartered chemical engineer. Sara Penrose helps companies to maximise the value of people when trying to keep up with the technologies that are needed. Sara shares some of the key points from her presentation and also discusses why Subcon is such an important show to attend.

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Sam Bonney, Sales Manager, H&T Industrial

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 23:01:01 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Sam Bonney, Sales Manager for H&T Industrial who has been in the industry for over 25 years so has a wealth of knowledge to share. Sam shares how you are likely to find products for H&T Industrial all around the home, from pens to water pumps! Sam is a great advocate for getting women into engineering and you can hear how much passion she has for the industry.

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Tom Parr, Project Manager, WLR Precision Engineering

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 23:01:29 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Tom Parr, Project Manager for WLR Precision Engineering who discusses some of the challenges that are facing the sector currently. Tom wants to encourage young people to get into the engineering industry and discusses with Nicole ways that this is possible.

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David Hellings, Managing Director, DVR

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 10:18:09 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to David Hellings, Managing Director of DVR who shares how the company began in the family home! David has been testing circuit boards since the age of 7 and can operate in every part of the business because of his can-do attitude. DVR has been coming to Subcon for the last 7 years and David chats about why they return year after year.

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Phillip Anthony, Sales & Marketing Director, DP Engineering

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 23:01:25 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon and our first filmed episode. Nicole chats to Phillip Anthony, Sales and Marketing Director for DP Engineering who exhibited for the third time at Subcon this year. Phillip started with the company 8 years ago as an apprentice and is an advocate for the different ways you can get into engineering.

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Andy Hipgrave, International Logistics Manager, Birmingham Chambers of Commerce

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 23:01:18 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Andy Hipgrave, International Logistics Manager at the Birmingham Chambers of Commerce who spoke at the show. Nicole and Andy discuss how the Birmingham Chamber can help companies when it comes to e-commerce. Andy believes that there are simple solutions to many challenges companies face, it’s just having the guidance to understand them. Andy has a passion for passing on his experience and aims to ensure companies can thrive!

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Ian Gardner, IBM Account Technology Leader, IBM

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 23:01:10 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the next in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Ian Gardner, Account Technology Leader for IBM who spoke at the show on a panel. Ian and Nicole discuss companies ‘ bouncebackability post-pandemic and also how they can manage the digital transformation that is occurring.

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Mike Wilson, Chief Automation Officer, Manufacturing Technology Centre

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 08:36:08 GMT

This episode of That Engineering Chat is the first in our series of the takeover we did in association with Subcon. Nicole chats to Mike Wilson, Chief Automation Officer at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) who spoke on the first day of the show. Mike and Nicole explore the option of automation in UK manufacturing as a way to address the current labour shortage. Mike himself has been in the industry for 40 years so has a lot of experience and knowledge to share!

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Chris Beck, editor of Manufacturing Management

Mon, 30 May 2022 23:01:17 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole is joined by Chris Beck, editor of Manufacturing Management. Nicole and Chris discuss manufacturing’s place in the UK economy and some of the challenges facing the sector. There is a misconception that the UK has a poor manufacturing sector, but it is in fact booming, being ranked 9th globally. Chris and Nicole also focus on the upcoming Subcon show at the NEC and some of the key speakers at this year’s event. Subcon runs from 7th – 9th June and is free to attend for visitors, to register please click here. Find chatty hatter at stand C100 recording episodes of That Engineering Chat.

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Sam Rogers, Gravity Industries

Mon, 16 May 2022 23:01:25 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole is joined by Sam Rogers, Test Pilot and Design Lead at Gravity Industries for an extra special EDS Reconnect episode! Gravity Industries designs builds and flies Jet Suits, pioneering a new era of human flight. The company was founded in March 2017 by Richard Browning to challenge the perceived boundaries in human aviation and to inspire others to dare to ask “What if?”. It now scales towards an International Race Series. Sam is a real-life rocket man and shares details about what it takes to not only design these suits, but also to fly them! You can have a go at human flight for yourself by visiting their test center at Goodwood Estate, Chichester – about 90 minutes from London. Tune in for a very exciting episode where you’re sure to learn something new!

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Drew Morley and Graham Hutchins, Simms International

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:19 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole and Caroline are joined by Drew Morley and Graham Hutchins, Marketing Leads at Simms International our current series sponsor. Simms International are a specialist memory distributor and trusted partner for IT resellers, system builders, OEMs, and IT service providers. Drew and Graham share how they are more than just a warehouse and why customers keep returning time after time. Caroline touches on how the Simms website is an excellent resource for customers along with their brand new podcast series, Making IT Happen which Chatty Hatter have produced. Available on all major podcast platforms and YouTube, the Simms team talk to their people, their customers, and business leaders on technology, partnerships, and much more. Drew and Graham also share how EDS is their engineering show of choice – they will be attending both EDS Reconnect this week and EDS in October.

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Rob Shropshire, Director at Origin Engineering Solutions

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:24:33 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole and Caroline are joined by Rob Shropshire, Director at Origin Engineering Solutions. Origin Engineering Solutions are primarily a software reseller of software that is specifically for the manufacturing sector, they also offer support and training. Rob shares what sets them apart from other software resellers. Origin focuses on simulation software which will help design engineers make better decisions. They can also speed up product development and reduce costs that are associated with development as you can spot potential defects much earlier on in the process. Tune in to hear more about ANSYS and Altair – products that Origin Engineering Solutions supplies and why Rob believes these products are the best in the business.

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Tim Willoughby, Mark Allen Exhibitions

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 23:01:23 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole is joined by Tim Willoughby, Managing Director of Mark Allen Exhibitions. Tim has been with Mark Allen for 2 years, joining at the beginning of the pandemic and implementing exciting changes that have continued to see exhibitions thrive, just not always in the way we are used to seeing them.

Nicole and Tim focus on three exhibitions during their chat – EDS Reconnect, Subcon and EDS, all of which That Engineering Chat will be attending. EDS Reconnect is a virtual event, created during the pandemic, which is running on the 27th and 28th April. Subcon will be going into its 45th year and is held at the NEC from the 7th – 9th June, it is the UK’s premier subcontract manufacturing supply chain show. EDS will be going into its 10th year and is held at Coventry Building Society Arena on the 12th and 13th of October.

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Jamie East, Wurth Electronics UK

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:01:53 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole is joined by James East, general manager of Wurth Electronics UK. James and Nicole have spoken once before at EDS, and they reflect how it is now clear that people want to be interacting and engaging with the industry post-pandemic. Wurth Electronics is an electronic manufacturer and distributor, and James has been with the company for 12 years now. In that time he has seen the company expand drastically both in the UK and globally. James and Nicole’s conversation is framed around the need for everything to be more efficient for users, particularly now they value their time more post-pandemic. One of the ways Wurth Electronics is addressing this is with their horticultural LEDs. These enable vertical farming which is not only more efficient than traditional farming but also better for the environment. James speaks about the future of Wurth Electronics and how they will continue to grow, expand and digitise. If you would like to find out more about Wurth Electronics UK, you can find them on LinkedIn, or at we-online.com.

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Gary Livingstone, owner of LG Motion, Minitec UK, and Precision Acoustics

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:21:30 GMT

In this week’s episode of That Engineering Chat, Nicole is joined by Gary Livingstone, owner of LG Motion, Minitec UK, and Precision Acoustics. Gary and Nicole’s conversation is framed around restructuring companies for a post-pandemic world, as we are all currently in a position that no one expected to be in. Gary shares that there seems to have been a radical shift of mindset within the industry, as technology costs have come down, habits have changed due to the pandemic which has all resulted in an increase in innovation. There is now little need for people within the engineering industry to be doing mundane jobs, as these can now be automated. Gary believes that the pandemic has been good for change within businesses, although having to adapt to long lead times isn’t necessarily the change people would like! Nicole and Gary have a very informative conversation about the need for businesses to adapt and change in the new normal. If you would like to hear more from Gary, you can find him on LinkedIn.

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Tim Willoughby, MA Exhibitions

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:46:14 GMT

In the final episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Tim Willoughby, the managing director of MA Exhibitions. Nicole and Tim speak about the success of the show and how delighted MA Exhibitions is to have been able to create EDS once again. Tim shares, as others have, how the quality of people attending has been fantastic and is so pleased to have hosted the Engineering Design Show in Coventry.

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Professor Rab Scott, University of Sheffield, AMRC

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:45:45 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Professor Rab Scott, the head of digital at AMRC. AMRC is part of the University of Sheffield and is a world-leading research and innovation centre. Rab has come to chat to Nicole after his talk on the future of manufacturing, which focussed on what comes next after Industry Four. Nicole and Rab talk about the pillars of sustainability and how these must be considered in the next steps of the manufacturing industry. Rab also shares how data is an enabler and should be shared between companies, but equally, there are many challenges to this that need to be addressed. He also shares that Industry Five will be resilient and sustainability-focused, but also human-centric. This means that although job roles will change, they will not be replaced by automation and there is scope for the creation of more job roles with people coming from varying demographics. This is an exciting chat all about the future of manufacturing!

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Alice Wise, Manufacturing Technology Centre

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:45:30 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Alice Wise, a research engineer at The Manufacturing Technology Centre. Alice did a talk earlier that day discussing 3D printing with colour and handling colour in workflow. The Manufacturing Technology Centre uses additive manufacturing to create engineering parts from 3D printing. Alice’s role sees her supporting clients in the uptake of additive manufacturing. Nicole and Alice talk about Alice’s journey from university to where she is today and also speak about the increased capacity and scope that comes with additive manufacturing.

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Robert John Webber, Powell Electronics

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:37:37 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Robert Webber, the European Applications Manager for Powell Electronics. Powell Electronics has started to distribute across Europe after years of success in the US. Robert works with connectors and helps save engineers time and help them with a range of interesting designs. Powell Electronics used EDS as a way to raise brand awareness and Nicole and Robert talk about how they made the most of their stand by making sure that people knew that Powell were here to solve people’s problems. Robert shares how this has been very successful as EDS has a very high-quality audience. Nicole and Robert also speak about the joy of having face to face interactions again rather than playing email tennis!

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Neil Mantle, Rolls-Royce

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:37:12 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Neil Mantle, the director of manufacturing at Rolls-Royce. Nicole starts by asking the all-important question of whether Neil drives a Rolls-Royce, and she was not impressed with the answer! Neil explains how Rolls-Royce has actually moved away from cars and is now focused on power systems. Neil gives us an overview of his keynote talk about the journey to net-zero, as Rolls-Royce transitions away from fossil fuels. Nicole enquires about electric aircraft once more and Neil shares that they have been flying them already and partners are looking to fly in 2026! Neil also touches on the hardships of the pandemics and how it is now so enjoyable being able to bump into people again and have high-quality conversations. Neil and Nicole finish by speaking about the importance of ensuring that equal opportunities are being provided for people coming into the industry.

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Rob Dando, FINALLY

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:36:20 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Rob Dando, co-founder of FINALLY Agency. Nicole speaks with Rob ahead of his talk at EDS which is about using LinkedIn to generate leads and sales. Rob explains that you need to be creating consistent content and ensure you understand that LinkedIn is still a social platform like Facebook. Rob identifies that LinkedIn is very important for the B2B market and is the number one place for engineering and manufacturing. Nicole and Rob speak about the importance of growing your personal brand and talking about personal experiences as a way to build rapport and trust. Rob shares how the agency came about and also the reasoning behind the name FINALLY. Rob also shares his reasons for enjoying working in the engineering and manufacturing sectors.

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Paul Michael, Coventry Building Society Arena

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:35:59 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Paul Michael, the managing director of Coventry Building Society Arena. Paul shares that EDS has been here since 2012 and engages with exactly what Coventry represents - a hub of engineering and manufacturing. Paul and Nicole talk about pre-pandemic event numbers and the importance of nurturing these relationships throughout the pandemic. The venue benefits from multiple assets and businesses and Paul talks about the expansion of the exhibition area. Coventry Building Society Arena offer personalisation for its visitors and Paul is always looking for ways to improve and make things new and exciting. He is very happy with the diversity that a show like EDS offers and is pleased to see the number of people that are attending.

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John McNicholas, Lord Mayor, City of Coventry

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:35:38 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to The Lord Mayor Councillor for the city of Coventry, John McNicholas. John speaks about Coventry as being the city of culture for 2021 and how the city has many strengths as it has been involved in engineering across time, it is the centre of the country and so is easily accessible and it is a fantastic multicultural place to be. John chose Coventry to be his home, and has previously worked for Jaguar and has been on the council for 35 years. John says that EDS showcases what an innovative place Coventry is.

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James East, Wurth Electronics

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:35:09 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to James East, the managing director for the UK and Ireland of Wurth Electronics UK. James has been with the German company for twelve and a half years and studied electronics at university. The company itself is 30 years old and has had 25 of those years in the UK. Wurth Electronics UK is an electronic component manufacturer which is set apart from the rest as it manufactures themselves and supplies directly. Nicole and James talk about the increase in lead times for certain products and the need to look at the supply chain carefully and work closely with customers to understand demands. Wurth Electronics UK are a headline sponsor of EDS this year and are happy to see that the footfall is on par with previous years, despite the concerns over Covid. Nicole and James chat all things from the potential for our podcast equipment to go wireless to hotels in Coventry!

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Kevin Howse, Simms

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:34:42 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Kevin Howse, the chief sales officer of Simms. Simms are memory specialist distributors who were established in 1990. Kevin himself has been there 17 years. Kevin speaks about the success of Simms, who are having a record year, with there being a trend for more data so a clear need for them in the market as we go through the digital transformation. Kevin says that the people of Simms sets them apart from the rest, with both employees and customers staying on for a long period of time. Nicole and Kevin talk about the success of EDS in capturing the perfect profile of people for the exhibitors that attend.

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Robert Jones, Robafoam

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:33:00 GMT

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Robert Jones, the managing director of Robafoam. Robafoam is an 8-year-old company that became independently British this year. They specialise in robotically applied foam seals and Rob explains how they can both fix seals and work with designers to create seals. Rob speaks about growth in the number of clients from the construction sector and the benefits of Robafoam being beneficial to many different sectors. Nicole and Rob talk about EDS being a step towards normality with a higher footfall than other shows

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That Engineering Chat EDS Takeover

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:32:17 GMT

Welcome to That Engineering Chat EDS takeover! Nicole chats with Chatty Hatter team members Suzanne and Rachel to introduce this podcast takeover

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John Stone, Relec Electronic

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:40:22 GMT

As the country’s roads are at a standstill as panic buying continues to clog up petrol stations, That Engineering Chat changes track and looks at the complexities of designing for railways. Relec Electronics specialises in power supplies and displays that can meet the demanding environments of trains around the world. Nicole and Caroline talk to sales director, John Stone, about the temperature extremes, the power surges and different settings for supplies and displays that passengers take for granting – especially this week, as they take to the rails to avoid petrol shortages.

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John Stone, Relec Electronics

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:12:35 GMT

Helping customers is one thing, but Relec goes further and supports the next generation of engineers with practical offerings such as samples and technical advice. It also helps communities with charity fundraising. John Stone tells Nicole and Caroline about why Relec gets involved in many and varied extra-curricular activities.

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Paul Jepson, Oriental Motor UK Part 5

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 13:15:28 GMT

Everyone has heard about Industry 4.0 and is talking about it but Paul Jepson asks if we really know what’s behind the catchy label and what does it mean for manufacturing. He talks Nicole and Caroline through the reality of smart automation using real-life examples to de-mystify the topic and to reassure them that it’s not complex but it is helpful!

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Mathew Rehm, Relec Electronic

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 08:01:25 GMT

In this podcast, Relec’s Matthew Rehm explains where and how TFT displays are integrated into the equipment we use every day. Nicole and Caroline find out about the different touch screens and customisation services to make safe, tough display panels for use in all conditions.

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John Stone, Relec Electronics

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:01:09 GMT

A new world of the VAR opened up for Nicole in this podcast with Relec’s sales director, John Stone as he talks about the role of a value added reseller. Nicole and Caroline learned what expertise a VAR brings and the value of communication with the customer to produce a winning product.

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Gordon Kirk, Mark Allen Group

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:01:34 GMT

What does it take to re-imagine a successful show in a virtual format? Nicole and Caroline ask Mark Allen Exhibitions’ portfolio director, Gordon Kirk, what it took to pivot to a virtual event and what to expect at EDS-Reconnect which runs (online) for two days from 31 March.

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John Dignan, MD of Dynamic EMS

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:01:07 GMT

In this podcast, Nicole and Caroline are surprised to find that despite a global pandemic, component shortages and Brexit, the future of electronic manufacturing services is bright. Their guest, Dynamic EMS’ MD, John Dignan, explains how pivoting production, diversification and an eye for emerging technologies, have been the key to growth for this UK-based EMS specialist.

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Paul Jepson, Oriental Motor UK Part 4

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:44:12 GMT

Electric motors are everywhere but not are created equal. How do you decide which is the right one for a conveyor belt, sliding doors, windscreen wipers and the food processor in your kitchen? Paul Jepson guides Nicole and Caroline through the sizing and selection process – but they still manage to bring it back to a lunchtime example to illustrate just how many motors are in use today!

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Elena Rodriguez-Falcon and Beverley Gibbs, NMITE

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:49:19 GMT

On the day a new higher education institute is launched in the UK, Nicole and Caroline speak to NMITE’s president, Elena Rodriguez-Falcon, and its chief academic officer, Beverley Gibbs to find out about what will happen when it opens its doors in March 2021, its vocational approach to an integrated engineering qualification, active learning and industry support. The discussion also touches on the UK’s number of engineers and what can be done to encourage girls to take STEM subjects and to stay once they have begun their careers in engineering.

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with Paul Jepson, Oriental Motor UK Part 3

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 09:15:10 GMT

Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor UK returns as a special guest to talk automation. The myriad of motors available is clarified as he talks Nicole and Caroline through the landscape of automation today. Together they delve into details on why AC induction motors or BLDC motors just won’t meet present and future intelligent automation needs.

There is an exploration of the popularity of motorised linear stages and X/Y table and a drill down into stepper motors and peristaltic pumps (roller pumps) for industrial fluid control.

With pharmaceuticals one everyone’s mind at the moment, Paul also focuses on how these motors are effective in drug research where the precision of a five-phase stepper motor can control fluids worth £10,000 per gram, at rates of 10nl per minute.

Nicole and Caroline also quiz Paul on how sophisticated motors and software account are used to set parameters. The trio touch on how they are used to configure systems for an Industry 4.0 communications network and the intelligent Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

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Paul Jepson, Oriental Motor UK Part 2

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 23:01:09 GMT

As automation becomes more prevalent and consumers demand more sophisticated

cuisine but without fuss, the production of ‘convenience food’ has had to keep pace.

Nicole and Caroline chat to Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor about the food automation

industry, tracking the process of safely packaging prepared food and the variety of

motors and actuators the company supplies to an industry which has strict

regulations and varied environmental conditions.

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Nicole Piesse-Turner and Caroline Hayes, Chatty Hatter

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 23:01:33 GMT

Responding to the need to adapt how we work and communicate, That Engineering Chat is a podcast for engineers, by engineers. In this introduction, Nicole and Caroline discuss how the podcast came about and why the time is right for this valuable resource for engineers. They chat about guests’ insights (from LG Motion, MiniTec and Precision Acoustics, Relec, Oriental Motor) into business and engineering as well as coping with lockdown. Beyond lockdown, That Engineering Chat is a convenient way to access an engineering and business resource to help keep you informed about running an engineering business.

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Paul Jepson, Oriental Motor UK

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 09:50:32 GMT

In this podcast, Nicole and Caroline talk to Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor UK about how the current pandemic has affected the supply chain and the steps taken to make sure customers are still able to design and create systems.

He explains how the company, which operates in different geographical regions, has managed to adapt and introduce practical measures to manage customer timelines and – most importantly – keep lead times to an absolute minimum.

They also discuss the role of technology, from video calls to maintain customer contact, to how Covid-19 has accelerated the drive to automation and robotics. The company matches this evolution, introducing communications protocols to its AZ Series of closed loop stepper motors. Find out what this means for developers and users and what design support is available for increased automation through this health pandemic and beyond.

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with Peter Lappin, MD Relec Electronics

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 23:01:01 GMT

Nicole and Caroline discover how Peter Lappin, MD of Relec Electronics used his RAF engineer training to build a successful company specialising in power conversion and display products.

During the Covid pandemic, the company has adapted to maintain the status quo, managing supply issues and introducing long terming planning for short term issues.

Peter champions the strengths of the UK manufacturing sector and how Relec’s consultative, collaborative approach will play a part in recovery post-Covid.

There is also some advice on dog training and we introduce a music quiz: what’s your choice for a sound track to sum up 2020!

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with Gary Livingstone MD LG Motion and Minitec

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 15:08:50 GMT

Nicole and Caroline talk to Gary Livingstone, MD of MiniTec, LG Motion and Precision Acoustics about keeping three businesses thriving during this Covid pandemic. It’s a lively chat, touching on how each company has found ways to accommodate staff and keep functioning.

Gary also explains how MiniTec is working with staff at London’s Heathrow airport to install protective screens in the terminals to protect passengers and staff.

He also shares some thoughts on the economic effects of this extraordinary pandemic and lockdown, and what happens next.

We also learn about family life being put on hold as lockdown means no parties or celebrations but ends on a philosophical note – there’s always 2021!

That podcast is an engineering podcast which talks to leaders in the electronics and manufacturing industries.

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