EVENT PREVIEW
The Education and Development Zone at MACH 2024.
and is supported by a wide range of tooling companies including Ceratizit; Iscar Tools; Horn; Guhring; ZCC Cutting Tools; Kyocera; Europa Tools; Mapal and Mitsubishi. A key part of the Hub is a seminar theatre where presentations will cover subjects including how to apply the latest cutting tool technologies plus pointers on selecting the most suitable insert geometries. The programme is designed to empower manufacturers to work faster, better and more cost-effectively.
Zones at MACH 2026
Registration is now open for the biennial event, sponsored by Lloyds. MACH is also supported by other key manufacturing organisations including the High Value Manufacturing Catapult and its centres, the MMMA and( for the first time) Automate UK and Make UK.
The trade associations Additive Manufacturing UK( AMUK) and Engineering Supply Chain UK( ESCUK) will be represented at MACH with their own dedicated zones. The AMUK Knowledge Hub will provide impartial advice on how additive manufacturing technology can be adopted into manufacturing processes and applied for best results. As sponsors of the Supply Chain Zone, ESCUK will help promote capacity and
James Selka, CEO, MTA.
capability from within the UK, supporting its members to do more business.
There will be 14 specialised zones at MACH 2026, including Measurement and Inspection, Sheet Metal, Metalworking and Fabrication, Lasers for Manufacturing and Smart Industry Solutions.
Commenting on the plans for MACH 2026, James Fudge, head of operations at the MTA, said:“ This year’ s event is a fabulous opportunity to learn about new technology and how this can be harnessed to improve productivity and efficiency. The Knowledge Hub areas are spearheading our drive to help manufacturers integrate new technologies into their processes and manufacturing systems. The event also offers invaluable face-to-face opportunities to meet new suppliers and strengthen existing relationships, helping businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving sector.”
The Education and Development Zone( E & D Zone), sponsored by Iscar Tools, is the educational area at MACH 2026. It is designed for students keen to explore what engineeringbased manufacturing can offer them as a future career and to help them find their‘ pathway to engineering’.
“ The E & D Zone showcases the MTA’ s commitment to attracting new talent into the sector. We have nearly 3,000 students due to attend in the key age range of 11-18 years old. The zone is designed as an engaging experience and will demonstrate what a career in advanced manufacturing looks like,” concluded James Fudge. n
Getting there
By Air: Birmingham Airport( BHX) has direct flights from Europe and other global destinations. Upon arrival, take the free and fast air-rail link to Birmingham International Railway Station, on the upper level of Terminal 1. The train runs every two minutes and takes 90 seconds. When you arrive, head straight through to the NEC. Signposting to the MACH exhibition will be displayed throughout the exhibition facility.
By Car: The NEC Birmingham is signposted from all major routes including the M40, M42 and M6. For satnav details, please enter the postcode B40 1NT. Once onsite, please follow the electronic signs which will direct you to the MACH car parks. During the show, free-to-use shuttle buses operate regular services between the main car parks and NEC’ s main entrance.
By Train: The NEC is connected via covered walkways to Birmingham International Rail Station. Connecting trains can be caught from Birmingham New Street Station, which is 15 minutes away.
Register today
To find out more about MACH 2026 and to register your attendance, visit: https:// register. visitcloud. com / survey / 2r4yp3s9ljq9d? actioncode = MACH1 or email mach @ mta. org. uk
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