Members’ News
30 May 2018
SMC raises a big top to celebrate 40 years in the UK
BFPA member SMC recently celebrated 40 years of trading in the UK in grand style by putting up a huge, fairground-style big top next to their UK manufacturing, logistics and administration centre in Milton Keynes. The marquee initially provided a unique venue for a two day sales conference for SMC’s 100-strong salesforce.
Following that, the entire workforce gathered for a celebration of 40 years in the UK, led by Managing Director Kevin O’Carroll – culminating in performance by circus entertainers, an Abba tribute band and fireworks display visible across Milton Keynes.
The following day the company welcomed dozens of key customers to join them for more anniversary celebrations, to find out more about SMC’s heritage and an impressive trading performance in 2017-18, and finally to experience tours of the company’s manufacturing facility.
Finally, the big top hosted one more event – a family fun day. Many of the company’s 400 staff and their families enjoyed an old-fashioned fairground experience complete with dodgems, a 12 seat simulator ride, traditional fun fair amusements, bungee trampolines, street food and entertainers.
Bosch Rexroth to showcase the factory of the future with Technology Showcase
Bosch Rexroth, the Drive & Control company, is taking its Technology Showcase on the road this summer, helping visitors get to grips with the latest innovations in connected engineering solutions and ensure their facilities are fully equipped for Industry 4.0.
Kicking off at Coventry’s Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC) on 12 June, visitors will be able to experience the world of connected engineering – from Connected Hydraulics and Smart Machines through to Smart Services and Connected Factories – as part of the event. A host of speakers will also lead discussions around key industry trends, in addition to open discussions about the future of drive & control technology.
Also featuring Bosch Rexroth’s Connected Hydraulics Truck, the Showcase will enable visitors to get to grips with the latest products which will ensure they are able to make the most of opportunities for greater efficiency and productivity brought about by Industry 4.0. Rexroth’s team of experts will also be on hand to provide advice and support with any challenges visitors are experiencing in their facilities.
Following its day at the AMTC in Coventry, the Technology Showcase will then make its way to Bosch Rexroth’s site in Wakefield on Thursday 14th June, which will also include a plant tour showing the recently installed Industry 4.0 and augmented reality solutions in action, demonstrating Rexroth’s vision for factories of the future.
To book your place in Coventry or Wakefield, simply visit www.boschrexroth.com/en/gb/home/technology-showcase-registration to reserve your free tickets.
Holmbury Ltd expand sales team further
Holmbury Limited have made further new appointments in their ongoing commitment to grow their team and continue to provide excellent customer care.
Stephen Fielding joined in the position of Area Sales Manager – Fielding boasts a long and successful career in hydraulics and MRO distribution having worked for companies previously such as Brammer, ERIKS, Antifriction and Norton hydraulics.
Emily Makey joins the internal team in the position of Sales Coordinator. A former pupil of Hillview School For Girls, Kent, Makey has previous experience working for the Freight Transporter Association where she was responsible for running the busy scheduling department.
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