Manufacturing Technology Centre
Dormer Pramet training
With the addition of Dormer Pramet’s tools and support materials, the MTC will be able to advance its training of modern manufacturing methods, like the use of 3D and automation technology.
Global cutting tool manufacturer, Dormer Pramet has become a patron of the Manufacturing Technology Centre’s (MTC) state-of-the-art Lloyds Bank Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC).
The British division of the firm will support the next generation of engineers within the UK. As part of the agreement, Dormer Pramet will provide a wide assortment of round and indexable tools, product support material, literature and advice to the Coventry-based centre over the next three years. With the addition of Dormer Pramet’s tools and support materials, the MTC will be able to advance its training of modern manufacturing methods, like the use of 3D and automation technology. It has been the company’s long-term aim to support and increase the knowledge of young engineers about techniques such as cutting tools and machining processes.
Opened at Ansty Park in 2011, the MTC has become a leading centre for developing new manufacturing techniques the aerospace, automotive, rail, power generation and food industries. Aiming to bridge the gap between academia and industry, the centre improves manufacturing processes through research and development, combining current techniques with modern operations, such as additive manufacturing.
Celebrating its first anniversary last November, the AMTC is an all-encompassing facility that boasts automation, metrology and machine workshops, classrooms, conferencing facilities and restaurant. The training centre focuses on three key disciplines: Automation technology, including robots, drives and sensor technology; CNC Machining, including CAD; and advanced 3D printing and metrology, the measurement and inspection of materials, products, coordinate measurement machines (CMM), including 3D scanning.
“The support from Dormer Pramet is excellent news for our young engineers, who will benefit from their vast industry knowledge and experience,” said Neil Fowkes, head of training at the MTC. “Their cutting tools are renowned for delivering consistently high performance in a wide range of versatile applications. This then provides our students with an excellent base to develop their skills on our varied assortment of machines. Skills and experience they will take into a future career in engineering.”
The MTC also runs an apprenticeship scheme, which recruits 40 apprentices every year. Available to applicants over the age of 16, the scheme prepares the learners for the working environment. Currently 120 apprentices use the centre and recruits gain a wide range of engineering skills in areas that underpin high value manufacturing.
“The partnership with MTC is another example of continued support and assistance we offer to apprentices; from our technical handbook and in-house training through to easily-accessible advice from our team of sales engineers and technical specialists,” said John O’Donoghue, managing director of Dormer Pramet UK. “The MTC’s training facility is fantastic and we are pleased to offer our support in this way.
“Our cutting tools and product literature are the ideal combination to support the students through every step of their learning. They will give them the skills they need to work in a wide range of manufacturing industries and ultimately an exciting and rewarding career in engineering.”
