Inspiring UK Engineering Projects
The UK has a long history of producing some amazing engineering achievements. From super fast cars to spectacular space missions, UK engineers have done it all. Want to know more about the UK’s most exciting engineering projects? Then read on as we take a look at some recent engineering feats which are more than a… Continue Reading …
It’s a Man’s World: Women and Male-Dominated Jobs
Earlier this year, the Government released a social media campaign #notjustforboys, which focuses on inspiring, and supporting, women to make choices that are right for them. They believe that there are still far too many jobs in which many women are unable to break into, and even when they do, few are getting the top,… Continue Reading …
UK Young Engineer of the Year
Northern Irish teenager, Colum McNally, has been dubbed young engineer of the year at Birmingham’s Young Scientist and Engineers Fair! His invention? A practical and economic design called the Agri-Hammer – a hydraulic, multi-functional tool crafted to assist farmers in the cutting of logs and fence postings. The 18-year-old states this innovation will take ‘the… Continue Reading …
New Engineering University Opens
A project that’s sure to benefit the field of engineering was launched this month, creating a great level of excitement for students and academics alike. The New Model in Technology and Engineering (NMITE) is the first engineering university to open in the UK in 40 years, and although the institution has yet to be awarded… Continue Reading …
Keighley Town Mayor Visits The Spring Works
Councillor Graham Mitchell, Keighley Town Mayor and Mr Andy Westerman the Mayor’s Steward visited Airedale Springs on the 23rd February 2015. L/R Mr Andy Westerman, Councillor Graham Mitchell, Michael Parkinson, Tim Parkinson After an introduction to the history of the Company by its President Mr Michael Parkinson and Chairman Tim Parkinson, our visitors were given… Continue Reading …
We Welcomed Haworth Primary School Year 6 Pupils
It was entirely fitting that the first official visit to the Spring Works in our 70th anniversary year were teachers and Year 6 pupils from Haworth Primary School. On the 4th February, 21 pupils were given an introduction to the Company and the many types of springs manufactured here. The youngsters were fascinated by the… Continue Reading …
Ancient Feats of Engineering Part 1: The Egyptian Pyramids
Throughout our history, mankind has produced some truly astonishing feats of engineering. Inspired by this, here in the first instalment of our new series on ancient feats of engineering, we take a closer look at the Egyptian pyramids, which have got to be some of the most recognisable monuments on the planet. There has always… Continue Reading …
Great Feats of British Engineering: The Thames Barrier
Continuing our series on Great Feats of British Engineering, here we take a look at the innovative Thames Barrier, whose purpose is to protect the city of London and its residents from flooding. The city of London is vulnerable to flooding due to heavy tides, and for most of its history the city lacked protection… Continue Reading …
Engineering Reality
Whilst at one time, virtual reality technologies were considered the preserve of video game enthusiasts, this technology is really coming of age, and today’s virtual reality is being utilised for a wide range of exciting applications. With this in mind, here we take a closer look at how virtual reality technologies are helping to revolutionise… Continue Reading …
The Best of British Inventions: Cat’s Eyes
According to Sir James Dyson, one of the reasons that the British are so good at inventing things is because we live on an island, separating us from the rest of Europe and giving us our own challenges. Whatever the reason is, it is clear that Britain has been home to well over its fair… Continue Reading …