Text from North Devon Biosphere Newsletter – sign up HERE What an amazing response to the launch of Pledge for Nature! Over the first two months of the project, we have received pledges to plant over 2500 trees, install over 40 bird boxes, 30 bug havens and make space for nature in over 30 gardens! […]
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New NDMA member, Chris Verney of Barum Solar Heat has submitted a proposal to help with the UK government’s ventilator challenge The proposal is to make use of ULTRA/SUPER CAPACITORS to power low-voltage ventilators making them independent of mains power reliability and also highly portable. Chris explains: “as well as using traditional 240V AC power,
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The second of Make UK’s COVID-19 virtual meetings took place on 15th April Make UK have released updates to the Furlough FAQs here: https://www.makeuk.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-faqs/furlough-under-the-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme A webinar on updates has also been released: Please continue to feedback to Make UK on the issues you’re facing, and whether the Government support schemes are working, through your usual
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PARC is still open and operational Whilst complying with Government guidelines for Social Distancing and home working measures, PARC is working a split shift system to limit the number of workers on site and the laboratory is closed to all visitors for the time being. PARC is aware that many of its customers are diversifying normal design and manufacturing activities to assist with
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Diamedica (UK) Ltd is playing a critical role in the Government’s efforts to accelerate production of ventilators to support the fight against COVID-19. Update: Diamedica/Plexus partnership mentioned in national news article: Plexus/Diamedica Who are they? Diamedica is an anaesthesia and respiration specialist based in Devon. Plexus is a high-end manufacturing specialist with a base in
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Alok Sharma, Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has published a letter to those working in manufacturing. The letter thanks all those who are working in manufacturing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. It begins: “At this unprecedented time for the UK I want to pay tribute to you for the work you
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SEA is proud to be contributing to the protection of front-line NHS staff working to combat COVID-19 by 3D printing parts for face shields. In response to an urgent request for volunteers from Solid Print3D, SEA has started production at our Barnstaple site, which has the 3D printing capacity to produce the specific parts needed
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MAKE UK presents a breakdown of the governments furlough scheme, including how you can access it for your business, and what questions remain unresolved Watch the webinar recording here:
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This week we have seen a fresh call for manufacturers to help with the Government response to coronavirus.
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Now, more than ever, it is vital that SME manufacturers are able to communicate their business needs. This is your chance to make your voice heard! SPECIAL FOCUS – COVID-19 CONTINGENCY PLANS As the worst public health crisis in a generation, there is no doubt that COVID-19 will also have a drastic effect on the
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