Wellesbourne-based Engineering Technology Group (ETG — www.engtechgroup.com) celebrated its 25th anniversary in style earlier this month, when it showcased its latest manufacturing technologies.

The company, which recently acquired HK Technologies, threw open the doors of its headquarters to give over 450 visitors an insight into the world of turn-key solutions — with two new product launches, a UK debut for the Nakamura MX100 and an in-depth look at its latest additive-manufacturing and wire EDM machines.

Orders for four new CNC machines were taken during the two-day event, which was used to celebrate the firm’s milestone anniversary and to reinforce the growing demand for ‘lights out’ manufacturing, automation and machine tools that offer world-class precision and increased flexibility.

Sub-contract manufacturers involved in automotive, aerospace, medical and other sectors were interested in the new Quaser UX500 twin-pallet machine, the dynamic five-axis simultaneous machining power of the Bavius TR80 machining centre and the compact footprint and powerful performance of the Chiron DZ15 machining cell.

Hyfore work-holding, Filtermist oil filters, Blum-Novotest laser measuring systems, a Robojob Turn-Assist and the latest robot from ABB were also on hand to reinforce the focus on turn-key excellence.

ETG managing director Martin Doyle (pictured) said: “We wanted to make a big statement for our 25th birthday, and I believe we have achieved this by bringing the latest machine tools, automation and additive-manufacturing technology to the UK.

Our customers tell us that they want more ‘lights out’ manufacturing, machines with a smaller footprint and twin-pallet capability, so they can work quicker and smarter.

“By investing in new solutions that we can bespoke to their requirements, they can reduce cycle times, improve lead times and look at taking on increasingly complex components. We have to aim to be an extension to their production team.”