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Spotlight On: Bronze sponsor Advanced Handling and Storage
In our latest Spotlight On ‘Sponsor Profile’ Leanne Fawcett chats to EMCON bronze sponsor Advanced Handling and Storage, the Shildon-based warehousing and material handling specialist, about their history and why they’ve decided to sponsor this year’s event. Tell us...
Exhibitor news: Tinius Olsen introduce the next generation of extensometry technology
Tinius Olsen have introduced the next generation of extensometry technology - their new video extensometer, the VEM Series. The instrument, which is available in both single and multi camera systems, is designed to measure low levels of strain from 0.01% in tensile,...
Spotlight On: Bronze sponsor AR Controls
In our latest Spotlight On ‘Sponsor Profile’, Leanne Fawcett chats to Mike Dickinson from EMCON bronze sponsor AR Controls to find out more about the Sunderland-based business and why they’ve decided to get so heavily involved in this year’s event. Tell us more about...
EMCON exhibitor awarded two framework agreements
M5tec, who exhibited within EMCON's first Incubator Zone in 2017, has been awarded two framework agreements. The agreements, for Engineering Design Services in Mechanical Engineering and in Electrical C&I, have been awarded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority. Craig...
Spotlight On: Incubator Zone 2018 exhibitor Ashgarth Engineering
In our latest Spotlight On feature, we chat to CDEMN member Ashgarth Engineering, the Consett-based manufacturer of precision-machined engineering parts. The company has grown significantly since launching in July 2017 and to support its ambitious plans for continued...
Headline sponsor Stadler keen to meet regional supliers
Exhibitors and attendees at the region’s biggest manufacturing expo are being given the opportunity to showcase their services to Stadler, one of Europe’s leading train manufacturers. Liverpool-based Stadler Rail UK, part of the Swiss rail manufacturing group Stadler...
Spotlight On: EMCON Gold Sponsor RM Manufacturing
We are delighted to announce that Newcastle-based RM Manufacturing, part of Royal Mail Property and Facilities Solutions Limited, is our second GOLD sponsor alongside Business Durham. Here we put the company under the spotlight to learn more about its products and...
£500m Nexus stock replacement event coming soon
EMCON exhibitors and CDEMN members are invited to attend an event in October highlighting the opportunities for North East businesses to be part of the £500m Nexus rolling stock replacement work. The North East LEP has organised the supply chain opportunities expo at...
TWI: Plans to bring hydrogen trains, cars and buses to the Tees Valley region take a step forward
Middlesbrough-based engineering firm TWI has revealed its plans to help transform Tees Valley into a UK-leading hydrogen powerhouse. Under the plans, being drawn up by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen and the Tees Valley Combined Authority, a bid will be submitted to...
Eastern Seals sets out commitment to the region with new facility
Leading Sealing distributor Eastern Seals (UK) Ltd has moved to a new base in Ashington. The company signed a 10-year lease on 30,000 sq ft at Sovereign Business Park, where it carried out a complete re-fit to create a more productive, flexible working environment to...
Manufacturing companies book for EMCON 2018
Dozens of manufacturing and engineering companies from around the region have booked their place at this year’s EMCON event. Among those to have confirmed they’ll be exhibiting are Advanced Handling, the Bignall Group, Advance Automation, Tinius Olsen and Hiatco. Also...
EU experts praise energy efficiency project
A project designed to help County Durham businesses to make financial savings through energy efficiency has been praised by European experts. Business Energy Efficiency Project (BEEP) received recognition from the Interreg Europe programme for the excellent support it...
Several companies book for this year’s Incubator Zone
Companies from across County Durham have booked their place at this year’s EMCON Incubator Zone. Those that have already signed up are; Beacon 365 Body Engineering Ashgarth Engineering Gil Devlin Business Coach System 88 NCG Solutions Climate Action North East...
Business Durham commits long term support to EMCON
Just weeks after announcing Swiss manufacturing company Stadler Rail UK as its first headline sponsor, EMCON is delighted to confirm Business Durham as a long-term supporter. The business support organisation was the manufacturing and engineering expo’s very first...
EMCON exhibitors urged to enter Made in the North East Awards
Insider’s annual celebration of the region’s manufacturing sector, the Made in the North East Awards, are being launched today. Entries are now being sought for the ten awards, which this year includes three new award categories. The Made in the North East Awards are...
Future Business Magnates winners announced
A street lighting system which is triggered by passing cars and pedestrians, and a rewards app for people who scan their rubbish before throwing it away, were just two of the top entrepreneurial ideas students taking part in a popular county-wide competition came up...
Getting To Know You: Chris Beevers from Jackson Hogg Recruitment
Getting To Know You... Chris Beevers, Managing Consultant at Jackson Hogg Recruitment, Strategic Partner of EMCON 2018 Why is Jackson Hogg supporting EMCON? EMCON is a key event within manufacturing and engineering in the North East and we’ve seen the growth and...
Incubator Zone’s Protech City achieves major industry standard
An IT refurbishment company from Peterlee has achieved a major industry standard. Protech City, an IT asset retirement and Microsoft-registered refurbishing company based in Peterlee, has recently achieved the ADISA Standard which is a risk assessment of the entire...
Shred Direct ditches plastic as it celebrates fifth birthday
A shredding company owned by a former professional footballer is making major changes to its collection processes as it celebrates its fifth birthday. Shred Direct was launched by Newcastle United footballer Graeme Carter in May 2013 and has experienced significant...
Stadler Rail UK confirmed as EMCON’s headline sponsor
Engineering and manufacturing expo EMCON has secured one of Europe’s biggest rail manufacturers as its first ever headline sponsor. Stadler Rail, which last year was a gold sponsor alongside long term supporter Business Durham, was so impressed with the event that it...
Dyer lights up future with BEEP grant
County Durham-based business Dyer Engineering has seen the energy efficiency light after reducing its energy costs by thousands thanks to advice and grant funding from a council-led project. The Business Energy Efficiency Project (BEEP), led by Durham County Council...
Companies urged to book their place at EMCON’s Incubator Zone
County Durham businesses that are keen to showcase their products and services to potential new customers are being recruited for the second phase of a support programme. Last year saw the launch of the inaugural Incubator Zone programme at EMCON. And this year, as...
GALLERY: official EMCON rebrand launch
Today, CDEMN was delighted to welcome dozens of people from the North East’s business community for the launch of EMCON. Business leaders, exhibitors, sponsors and stakeholders attended the event at Ramside Hall, which was hosted by Leanne English, MD of LEC...
Durham Oktoberfest rebrands as EMCON to reflect a decade of growth
Engineering and manufacturing expo Durham Oktoberfest is re-branding as EMCON to reflect 10 years of growth. Over 50 invited delegates from the North East’s business community were told the news at a breakfast launch at Ramside Hall Hotel this morning (Wednesday). The...
CDEMN: Succession planning key to business growth
Businesses are being offered advice and support to put in place plans to help them ensure their long- term growth and success. County Durham Engineering and Manufacturing Network (CDEMN) has teamed up with a number of its affiliate members and partners to deliver an...
Oktoberfest sponsor planning for major growth after investment
Durham Oktoberfest sponsor and exhibitor Workwear Express has secured £3.5m investment. The Durham-based supplier of personalised workwear, uniform and promotional clothing will use the funding to accelerate its ambitious growth plans. Workwear Express, located at...
Be a sponsor of our 2018 event
Are you interested in raising your profile to a diverse audience of engineering and manufacturing companies? Do you want the chance to be associated as a key player in our 2018 event? Major changes are in the pipeline so there’s never been a better chance to lend your...
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