Engineering
Rexam reveals two new can sizes
Rexam adds two new can sizes to its Sleek family, including a new 400ml and 473ml can, both equipped with 202 ends.
Roeslein continues construction in Iowa
Roeslein & Associates is working with global can making client Silgan Containers on the construction of a Greenfield can plant in Burlington, Iowa.
CMB apprentices win big in Brazil
Medallions of excellence for CMB apprentices at Worldskills, Brazil.
CMB installs die necking machine
CMB has installed a 3400 Die Necker multistage die necking machine.
Schuler Innovation Tower breaks ground
Construction of the Schuler Innovation Tower at its base in Germany was officially started on 14 July.
Stolle global expansion begins
Stolle Machinery has begun a programme of expansion that will increase both its machining and customer service capabilities around the globe. The first three expansions are expected to be completed by summer of 2016 and will result in better control of production, parts as well as increased servicing capabilities for customers. The three major expansions […]
CMB apprentices to represent UK at WorldSkills in Brazil
A team of young engineers from CMB Engineering has excelled in this year’s Manufacturing Team Challenge category at the national WorldSkills UK competition, winning first prize for the design and production of a remote control forklift. The WorldSkills competition rewards talent and seeks to increase knowledge across a number of industries by encouraging apprenticeships, skills […]
CMB expands in Shipley
CMB Engineering has announced the expansion of its operations with the development of a new 1,900 square-foot production facility in Shipley, UK.
CMB launches new spray machine
CMB Engineering is set to launch its new 3200 Reformat Lacquer Spray Machine, the first in its Reformat Range, to meet the evolving demands of the canmaking industry. This new lacquer machine offers improvements in process control; its control system is adapted to modern IT environments and incorporates smart technology, removing the need for a […]
Engineering success through UK Apprentice Scheme
With an increasing number of employers welcoming apprentices, there are more opportunities than ever to get inside some of the most exciting and innovative companies in the UK.
CMB Engineering chooses Sencon gauges
CMB Engineering in Shipley, UK has invested in a set of benchtop gauges from Sencon to equip its manufacturing QC lab and its new Academy of Canmaking and Seaming. A Front End Gauge (trimmed can) and a Back End Gauge (finished can) are in the QC lab, while the training Academy is using a Dome […]
CMB expands in Shanghai
CMB Engineering is expanding its global operations with the opening of a new office in Songjiang District, Shanghai in a bid to better service its customers throughout China and Asia-Pacific region. The new facility will increase the speed of delivery of tools and equipment to CMB’s customers, will be used as a sales and spares […]
Schuler expands product portfolio
Schuler has expanded its product portfolio to include bodymakers, neckers-flangers and light testers, thanks to a license acquired by the Japanese can making company Universal Can Corporation (UCC). Speaking of the acquired technology Johannes Linden, head of Schuler’s Systems Division, says, “The proven machine design will be enhanced by our powerful Research, Development & Engineering […]
The Triumph of Slim
Slim Cans are gaining ground in the beverage can market. The Ball Corporation tells us more about this important size variation.