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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The following information is the latest issued (28-03-20) by Make UK in advice for manufacturers Should businesses stay open? – guidance Make UK have updated our guidance for members who have questions about whether their businesses should remain open. Please find attached a letter we are sending to those members. Please feel free to amend
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The most up-to-date FAQs from Make UK can be found here: It contains advice based on the government’s announcements and actions to date and continues to be updated regularly. It is a great source of advice for manufacturers looking for guidance on how best to react.
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If you have manufacturing capabilities to work with acrylic or similar, or any of the materials required to produce these full face masks, please get in touch immediately These face masks are urgently needed by the NHS in North Devon and elsewhere. The simple design requires a laser-cut piece of plastic, some foam, and elastic
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The following advice is Make UK’s guidance for members based on the Prime Minister’s announcement last night: “Following the Prime Minister’s statement last night the country has been asked to take additional and very significant measures to slow the spread of coronavirus/covid-19. It is vital that manufacturers follow this advice and our sector takes every
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As we all work together to overcome the worst global health crisis in generations, public safety is the primary concern right now. However, COVID-19 will also have a drastic effect on the worldwide economy. We are here to help in any way we can!From protecting your workforce, to utilising available government funding, we have put
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