Mark Walker

Director

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The sweet spot or radical-centre of CNC machining, automation and lean

Technology
31 Jan 2025

Automation and lean manufacturing don't have to be opposing forces—when combined through palletisation, they unlock new levels of CNC machining efficiency, minimising downtime and driving precision without compromise.

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Should I choose one supplier for machining and assembly?

Supply
09 Apr 2024

Sometimes, managing small assemblies of machined components is a real time drain, right when you want to be getting a product ready for sale. Maybe there's a better way?

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The advantage of reshoring: 4 reasons to bring your manufacturing back home

08 Jan 2024

Reshoring is becoming increasingly common. There are lots of benefits to moving your production back to the UK. Take a look at our top four reasons to reshore the manufacture of your precision machined components.

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2023 - A year in review

04 Dec 2023

From the arrival or 17 new team members, investment in 2 new machines for our workshop to being shortlisted for 2 business awards and climbing to the summit of Pen Y Fan - it's been some year! Our latest blog reflects on a busy and productive 2023 for the Penta team.

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Future-proof supply chain: 3 key strategies

Supply
11 Sep 2023

When the economic backdrop is challenging, taking steps to secure your supply chain is one way to feel more in control. Director Mark Walker shares three top tips for securing your supply chain when sourcing CNC machined parts.

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The limitations of data sheets for CNC machined component design

Technology
24 Jul 2023

When it comes to CNC machining, data sheets are often relied upon by designers to guide their decision-making process. However, they do have their limitations in the context of CNC component design. Learn about these limitations and how to overcome them.