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but a recent survey suggests it actually changed the British public’s perception of UK Manufacturing (see lead story). When last surveyed five


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years ago, the public had an overall feeling that Britain didn’t “make things any more”. But now, 93% say they feel manufacturing is critical to growing the UK economy. The positive press coverage


generated during Covid shifted perceptions. Now parents see manufacturing as a high skilled, high tech and high wage sector. In the last survey, the public


guessed the UK was 56th in the world ranking of manufacturing nations, the position actually occupied by Kazakhstan. This time they put Britain at 43rd, the position held by the UAE. The UK is actually ranked 8th in the world, up one place from 9th in 2018. So, while perceptions are changing, there is still more to do to promote this sector. Michelle Lea - Editor


he Covid era may have been one of the darkest times in our recent history,


PERCEPTION OF UK MANUFACTURING IMPROVES THANKS TO COVID • Public thinks Britain is the 43rd biggest


he public believes manufacturing is critical to the UK economy and over half think the sector is a good career choice, this is according to a


new Savanta poll of 2,436 people. Key findings of the survey reveal: • 93% of people felt that UK manufacturing is


important to growing the UK economy, up from just 70% five years ago • Five years ago, just 20% of parents would want


their child to work in the sector. Now 40% would be happy for their children to pursue a career in manufacturing • A further 42% would encourage a manufacturing


career depending on the job type or role • Five years back just 14% of mums and dads would


allow their daughters to take a manufacturing job against 24% of those with sons • But now 36% of parents of girls are happy for


manufacturing to be their daughter’s career choice while 44% would encourage boys to enter the sector • Misconceptions about pay have also improved –


with almost half of parents believing manufacturing to be a well-paid career


manufacturing nation, the reality is it’s 8th The survey: ‘Perceptions vs Reality’ was carried out


by Savanta/Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation and Sheffield Hallam University. Make UK says the turning point was Covid. Automotive makers built ventilators for our NHS, clothing and textile companies repurposed to make medical gowns and facemasks, while food and drink factories made hand sanitisers and ensured our essential household needs were met. Britain’s pharmaceutical companies led the way in producing the vaccines that let life return to normal. Stephen Phipson, CEO of Make UK said:


“Manufacturing is the engine of economic growth and it is pleasing that the UK public shares our view that the sector is critical for the country’s economy. Manufacturers have been working hard to reduce


their energy use and slash carbon emissions – demonstrating their commitment to net zero, and the public have recognised this. Read the report here: www.makeuk.org/insights/ reports/perceptions-vs-reality


HOW TO AVOID MAKING MISTAKES DURING AUTOMATION ADOPTION


common costly mistakes of automation adoption. The guide provides information about how to introduce automation into manufacturing practices successfully, so engineers can realise the full potential of robotics and achieve increased productivity, reduced downtime, improved worker safety, and lower operating costs. For example, the guide details valuable


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information, best-practice actions and checklists in sections such as project preparation, project implementation, project operation and project maintenance. It also outlines common mistakes and pitfalls in


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utomation parts supplier EU Automation has published a new guide about industrial robotics implementation and how to avoid the


life examples about what to avoid and what can happen when automation adoption doesn’t go to plan. Critical information on building the right


foundation and establishing targetable objectives and the importance of creating contingencies is highlighted in the guide. Engineers can also gain valuable insight on a range of planning methods available, and the need to perform comprehensive testing and validation. To read the full guide visit:


adopting automation. Engineers can learn from real- www.euautomation.com/uk/ 12:53


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