A centre of excellence in forming and forging research. We're a specialist centre within the @nmis_group and part of @hvm_catapult. Renfrew I Sheffield

Scotland, United Kingdom
Joined February 2016
Put your brand at the heart of superplastic forming innovation! Euro SPF 2025 sponsorships offer premium visibility, networking & brand exposure. Limited packages available! 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/422Il0K #EuroSPF2025 #Sponsorship
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⏳ Call for Abstracts – Deadline: 23 May Present your superplastic forming research at Euro SPF 2025! Successful authors will be invited to present & publish via StrathPrints. 🔗 Submit now: bit.ly/422Il0K #EuroSPF2025 #MaterialsScience #EngineeringResearch
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🔍 What makes Euro SPF 2025 unmissable? ✅ Cutting-edge research & industry applications ✅ Networking with SPF experts & industry leaders ✅ Visits to world-class AFRC & NMIS facilities Secure your spot today! 🔗 bit.ly/422Il0K #EuroSPF2025 #Engineering #Manufacturing
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📢 Euro SPF 2025 is here! The only event dedicated to advancing superplastic forming. Join us in Scotland this September for cutting-edge research, networking & industry visits. 📅 15-18 September 2025 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/422Il0K #EuroSPF2025 #Manufacturing
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These are the #UKmfg stories that you should be aware of today 👉 themanufacturer.com/articles… Stories include news from: @BentleyMotors @SimkissControl @Stannah_lifts @NMIS_group @atiinc @Incomm_training @YASAMotors & more #shoutaboutUKmfg #MFGDay24
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The @NMIS_group has welcomed its 100th member with international aerospace leader @atimaterials, marking the beginning of a collaboration in advanced engineering and materials science that will support sustainable air travel! hubs.la/Q02Tdt2V0
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The University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) has attained yet another mechanical testing technique gold standard with the award of ISO 17025 for its mechanical testing laboratory. Know more: labnews.co.uk/article/209605…
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The University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) has attained yet another mechanical testing technique gold standard with the award of ISO 17025 for its mechanical testing laboratory. Know more: labnews.co.uk/article/209605…
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We are exhibiting at Manufacturing Solutions Scotland 2024 on Stands 31 and 32!  The event is taking place on 2nd October 8.30am - 3.00pm at the @C7ConfCentre in Glasgow. gtma.co.uk/events/manufactur… @gtma1 @NMIS_group #Quickgrind #ManufacturingSolutions #InfinitePossibilities
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The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) has named a new chief strategy and commercial officer (CSCO) and chief technology officer (CTO), bolstering its senior management team. manufacturingmanagement.co.u… #manufacturing #engineering #logistics
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#𝑼𝑲𝑴𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒔𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒐 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆 I Find us at Stand S10 @UK_Metals I We’re in a new location this year — right by the café and next to the Café des Arts space, where you’ll also find the Le Mans 2024 winning car. bit.ly/3j8ggPT @NMIS_group
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Have you saved this date 2nd October 2024 ⭐ Free to attend event ⭐ Organised by the GTMA and NMIS, The event will be a focal point for manufacturing technologies and engineering solutions. Register here 👉 eventbrite.co.uk/e/manufactu… @NMIS_group
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#SustainabilitySpotlight 🔦 Think hot form quenching is less sustainable? Think again! 🌍 Our AFRC engineers found it cuts CO2 by 35% per part and uses 40% less alloy than cold forming. Contact us to find out more: bit.ly/4cQOWO0
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🌟 Case Study Spotlight 🌟 @aspire We helped Aspire, a mattress manufacturer, tackle spring damage during compression. Our tests improved spring durability and support, enhancing mattress quality and longevity. 🔗 bit.ly/3Aa9IKZ
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Newflash ⚡ We have added another internationally recognized accreditation to our name, attaining ISO 17025 for our mechanical testing laboratory! 🏆🔬 bit.ly/3YAzm5J @UKAS @UniStrathNews @HVM_Catapult @NPL @BSI_UK
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Have you got this one 🗓️ Manufacturing Solutions Scotland 2nd October, 8.30am - 3.00pm C7 Conference Centre Glasgow G4 9UD​ 👉 FREE TO ATTEND 👈 See latest exhibitors and more here gtma.co.uk/events/manufactur… Register to attend eventbrite.co.uk/e/manufactu… @NMIS_Group
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#MemberSpotlight 🔦 We're flying high with new Tier One Member @atimaterials ! ✈️ a key supplier of high-performance materials to many of our existing Members and Partners, particularly within the aerospace sector. Welcome! @FIAFarnborough @HVM_Catapult @UniStrathclyde
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