Buro Happold receives a high commendation for Factory of the Future work

At the CN Quality Awarrds, Engineers Buro Happold has recieved a high commendation for its work on one of the country’s first carbon-neutral buildings, the Rolls-Royce Factory of the Future. The judges described the delivery of this £8 million project as “a holistic solution” and “a new standard for others to follow”.

To download the full report click here.

Developing solutions for advanced manufacturing problems

The internationally acclaimed University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) with Boeing, is a £60 million collaboration between world-leaders in the aerospace supply chain, key government offices and international academic institutions.

Our world-class facility is dedicated to developing the new, technology-driven solutions for materials-forming, metal-working, and castings that help ensure UK manufacturing remains competitive in the world.

           
For AMRC Composite Centre click here (main site under construction)

For AMRC Additive Manufacturing click here

For the AMRC Assembly Centre click here
For current partners
Maps to the AMRC, Maps to CAMTeC, CECA or IMPC, Photos, Frequently Asked Questions

For suppliers
Purchasing Terms and Conditions

For staff
Our vision, mission and aims; Board of Directors, Photos
For potential partners
About the AMRC, Our Collaborative Approach, Equipment List, Partners, Frequently Asked Questions, Purchasing Terms and Conditions
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The Advanced Manufacturing Forum
Download the latest flyer, Register for the next seminar, Learn more about the AMF
Trends in aerospace manufacturing 2009 conference

Contact Information:
By Mail:
The University of Sheffield AMRC with Boeing
Factory of the Future
Wallis Way, Catcliffe Rotherham S60 5TZ
By Phone:
+44(0) 114-222-1747
By Fax:
+44(0) 114-222-7678
For website errors and other communication issues, e-mail Timothy Scherer. The AMRC was in part funded by the regional development agency, Yorkshire Forward.  Yorkshire Forward was set up by Government to promote sustainable economic development throughout the Yorkshire and Humber region.

The AMRC was also project part funded by the European Union Regional Development Fund.

                                                                            


LATEST NEWS
30/06/2009
Buro Happold receives a high commendation for Factory of the Future work

At the CN Quality Awarrds, Engineers Buro Happold has recieved a high commendation for its work on one of the country’s first carbon-neutral buildings, the Rolls-Royce Factory of the Future. The judges described the delivery of this £8 million project as “a holistic solution” and “a new standard for others to follow”.

To download the full report click here.

26/06/2009
Swindon school to host launch of monster technology truck

On Friday, June 26, pupils at a Swindon school experienced cutting-edge technology with the launch of a hi-tech 14M Long mobile demonstration unit for innovative manufacturing technology. It was showcased for the first time at Dorcan Technology College.  MANTRA (The Manufacturing Technology Transporter) is a specially modified HGV packed with the latest machinery and simulators. The truck will take to the road, visiting small businesses and schools throughout the UK to demonstrate manufacturing and assembly line technology of the future and help inspire young people to take up careers in engineering.

18/06/2009
Alistair Darling Visits the AMRC

Alistair Darling, Labour Party MP and Chancellor of the Exchequer, visited the AMRC on June 18, 2009 while on a tour of South Yorkshire's high-tech industries.  He discussed the role and policies of public investment and capital spending in the UK.  To see the full report by Channel 4 News please click here.