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Pailton Engineering has announced the results of the 56-week-long test programme on its new generation three bevel Box. The findings showed that after a sustained period of submersion, salt and grit exposure at temperatures as low as -40°C, no trace of water had entered the vital component and the part maintained its smooth operation. This

Pailton Engineering has been recognised by Fortune-500 listed PACCAR as a 10 PPM standard supplier. PACCAR, which manufacturers DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, grants this certification to its highest quality parts suppliers as a measure of excellence. PACCAR’s achievement certification is awarded annually to suppliers that provide parts and components that achieve 10 PPM or

The theme for International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) 2018 is raising the bar. However, perhaps it’s time to use this bar to quash a few misconceptions instead. Here, Emma Cygan, Design and Development engineer at steering system supplier Pailton Engineering, does just this. ‘Women are only good at soft skills’ Stereotypical gender roles are

Here, Eric Sonahee, design and development engineer at global steering system manufacturer, Pailton Engineering, explains how the collaboration between tier one military vehicle manufacturers are suppliers is producing the ultimate lightweight tactical vehicles. Capabilities of armoured vehicles have continued to take huge strides. Fuel economy, suspension and armour are just three examples of areas that

We have made our biggest investment in the last three years, with the purchase of the flagship Star GB ST-38 CNC sliding head lathe. This machine provides a solution for mill-turn parts and is packed with functionality, to ensure Pailton Engineering can keep up with the increased demand for bespoke steering systems.

After a recording breaking year for growth and investment, steering system specialist, Pailton Engineering is welcoming applications for opportunities at its Coventry headquarters. Those interested can choose between Pailton’s design and development engineering path or a role as a machine operator. Potential candidates can find out more on the Pailton Engineering recruitment page. Pailton Engineering

The sheer variety of military vehicles currently out for tender demonstrates the lack of consensus on military vehicle design at present. However, it does also highlight the willingness of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to push the envelope, contributing to the development of high-tech, well-armoured and incredibly agile military vehicles. It is because of this that

The UK’s manufacturing output hit its highest levels in ten years at the start of 2018. The nation’s headlines hailed this as a sign industry has turned a corner and put the economic crisis in the past. Here, Rob McDermott, purchasing manager for Pailton Engineering, explains why this is the ideal time to assess your supply chain.

As part of ongoing efforts to invest in its manufacturing processes, steering column specialist, Pailton Engineering, has implemented a new Simultaneous Operation Horizontal Multi-Axis (SOHMAX) machine in its facility in Coventry. The machine, manufactured by Cambridge Dynamics in partnership with FANUC, is designed for manufacturers to machine both ends of shafts, rods, bars and axles