PECM Issue 38 2019 | Page 155

NEWS & EVENTS ON-CAMPUS AND ONLINE PROGRAMMES; WORKING IN SYNERGY ABERDEEN MARINE CHOOSE SEASHIELD 2000FD™ It’s the start of the year and already there is a great example of shared experiences. During January we host an additive manufacturing residential primarily for online students. During the residential experienced engineers studying on the programme presented the real-world challenges they are facing within their oil and gas business. This was an opportunity for discussion for undergraduate graduates who are also able to share their ideas and ambitions within the sector. This is just one example among many of how offering flexible suite of on-campus and online programs for general engineering, manufacturing, and now civil engineering and the built environment can work synergistically together. It’s not just the students sharing but also one of the reasons we have data visualisation from the core computing programme in our manufacturing programme. Changing a business process typically has a knock-on effect in a number of areas including the supply chain. Visualising these changes is a key skill to help businesses gauge the impact. derby.ac.uk/online/ [email protected] When Aberdeen Marine Ltd were awarded the contract to protect six piles on the Eriskay Causeway Bridge in the Western Isles they suggested the use of the Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd SeaShield 2000FD™ System as an alternative to the original specified system. They submitted details of the technical merits of the SeaShield 2000FD™ system and the benefits in using this tried and tested system to the Western Isles Council, who agreed to the change in the specification. Seashield 2000FD™ is a heavy duty robust system which provides protection against corrosion on Marine piles. It consists of Denso S105 Paste™, Denso Marine Piling Tape™ and a HDPE Jacket which is applied by pneumatic tensioning equipment and secures with stainless steel bolts. www.denso.net/ WE’LL HELP IDENTIFY EVERY R&D OPPORTUNITY As an independent consultancy, we help businesses and institutions to access the government grants and incentives they’re entitled to. liaising with HMRC, we’ve helped hundreds of SMEs and large corporates to get the funds they need to support innovation and improve cash flow. Could your company qualify for widely available funding? A STRESS-FREE EXPERIENCE FROM START TO FINISH From R&D claims, Patent Box to Land Remediation and Creative Industry tax relief, publicly funded incentives and grants are a valuable resource for businesses – yet so many fail to claim. Is your company one of the 97% of businesses that incorrectly assume they can’t apply for funding to support their innovative work? Don’t miss out on the potential of this valuable financial support simply because you didn’t choose to make a quick call! We’re here to help you… We know that perceived barriers such as complicated reporting requirements and a lack of awareness or difficulty in identifying eligible activity can stop businesses from accessing this crucial funding. But we can do all that for you… With our proven track record of successful client claims and extensive experience At MCS Corporate, we take care of the full process, ensuring that it’s smooth and hassle free at every step – to reduce the impact on you and your team. Speak to one of our friendly experts today and let us: • Find grants and incentives in your sector. • Evaluate your eligibility. • Identify the criteria you need to meet to get funding and assistance. • Prepare and submit full applications and documentation on your behalf. • Liaise with the awarding body, including HMRC, on your behalf. WHY CHOOSE TO PARTNER WITH MCS? MCS Corporate has years of experience working in the Research & Development cost recovery sector. We’re specialists in identifying and submitting eligible claims for R&D Tax Credits/ Allowance, Patents, Creative Industries and Grants on behalf of our clients. We have a proud track record of success and proven capabilities in securing larger-than- expected claims returns. Better still, we work on a success fee only basis – meaning there’s no risk to you. We’ll do all the work and charge a fee only when your claim is successful. GIVE US A QUICK CALL TODAY – THAT’S ALL IT TAKES! Research, innovation, new products, process design and business development are driven by the range of valuable funding schemes that are readily available for companies of all sizes and in all sectors. We partner with ambitious companies to extend the global, domestic, technological and economic effects of their work. You can read a selection of case studies and view additional resources on our website. Take 10 minutes to get in touch and we’ll be able to quickly and efficiently assess your funding eligibility. Give us a call today: 01926 512 475 Visit: www.mcs-corporate.com Issue 38 PECM 155