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High Performance Engineering Network

The Network will focus on two sectors -  aerospace and motorsport. Both are of great importance to the East Midlands’ economy.

Motorsport
Motorsport engineering technology constantly changes, this effects working practices, product design and product development, manufacturing processes, quality requirements and is highly innovative and cutting edge. Network support will specialise in each of these areas.

Aerospace
Aerospace companies identify their priorities as lean methods in manufacturing and “Process Excellence” which covers concept design, R&D, training through to service and maintenance as well as manufacturing improved project management and supply management. The Network will focus on these key areas to improve the competitiveness of small and medium sized firms operating in this sector.

Network success stories

  1. Northamptonshire engineer powers British cycling

    Published: 28/07/2008

    Aerodynamics consultancy Velo Science has developed wind tunnel technology to assist some of the country’s top cyclists and win new contracts.

Network News

  1. New Technology at West Notts College Improves Skills

    Published: 08/07/2008

    West Nottinghamshire College fabrication and welding students are reaping the benefits of new equipment funded by East Midlands New Technology Initiative (NTI).

  2. Free Engineering Courses Boost Businesses

    Posted: 04/02/2008

  3. NTI runs European Social Fund project to development new technology short courses

    Posted: 19/12/2007

NTI network advisor

To find out more and to get help with your grant application contact:

  • James Powell
    Room MR10
    School of Applied Sciences
    University of Northampton
    St Georges Avenue
    Northampton
    NN2 6JD
  • 01604 893078
  •  Email James
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