360 Bid – Work Winning Consultants Ltd
Ever thought about tendering for work but didn’t know where to start? 360 Bid was formed with a clear vision – to help businesses win more contracts by providing expert advice, high-quality bid professionals and the highest customer service standard.
Andrew Loughlin
andrew@360bid.co.uk
07855 945 752
Abbott Risk Consulting
Abbott Risk Consulting (ARC) is an independent technical safety consultancy, providing safety and risk management services to clients in the rail and other high hazard industries. We have significant experience in engineering safety management, safety and risk assessment, human factors, safety management systems, software safety, independent safety assessments and safety audits. We provide advice at a strategic and operational level, assisting organisations to design and implement safety and risk management systems cost effectively, whilst ensuring compliance with applicable legislation. Our consultants have extensive knowledge of all of the relevant international standards such as CENELEC and IEC61508 and approaches such as the European Common Safety Method for Risk Assessment and Evaluation (CSM-RA) and the ORR’s Risk Management Maturity Model (RM3).
info@consultarc.com
+44 (0) 131 220 0164
Ai Engineering Ltd
Ai Engineering specialises in the CNC machining of medium size batches of component parts. With a team of skilled CNC engineers providing innovation, quality, value and skills solutions. Components machined from Aluminium, steel, stainless, engineering plastics, copper, brass, mild steel providing a full set of skills, value and quality for our clients.
Areas of expertise:-
- CNC turning with live tooling capabilities
- CNC milling including 3 and 4 axis
- Sub assembly of parts and components
- Quality Control
- Quick Turn-around
- Utilising advanced manufacturing technologies
- Constant improvement
- Working with clients to find best engineering solutions
- Highly skilled and flexible workforce
- Expertise in machining a range of materials including stainless, aluminium, titanium and other hard metals
Yvonne Pascoe
info@ai-engineering.co.uk
AJT Engineering Ltd
We offer a full engineering package from machining, manufacture, welding, testing, assembly and fabrication all based in our three Aberdeen facilities. In addition to this we have two surface treatment facilities – British Heat Treatments which offers nitriding, QPQ, case hardening, harden and temper, annealing & stress relieving. British Metal Treatments is a plating shop which offers nickel, chrome and electroless nickel plating along with accompanying machining.
info@ajt-engineering.co.uk
Albacom Ltd
Albacom has 4 divisions: Electronics, Mechanical, Assembly and Sustainable Engineering offering a range of services and products including Electronic and Mechanical Design and Assembly, High Voltage Power supplies and Inverters. We also carry out CNC Machining and certify and sell lifting equipment and accessories. In our Sustainable Engineering Division we have a Joint Venture with Genista Energy designing and manufacturing Battery Energy Storage Systems
sales@albacom.co.uk
01382 889311
Anderson Strathern LLP
Anderson Strathern is one of Scotland’s leading full service law firms, with a heritage stretching back over 200 years. We don’t see problems, we see solutions. Our approach is client-centred, collaborative and carefully built around a complete understanding of the needs, challenges and aspirations of our clients. Our Rail Team provides specialist legal services across the rail sector and its supply chain. It is led by Neil Amner, who is top ranked for rail in Scotland by Chambers & Partners guide to the legal profession. It states “Neil is an expert in his field. He is very knowledgeable and professional”.
Neil Amner, Director
neil.amner@andersonstrathern.co.uk
Angus 3D Solutions
Angus 3D Solutions Ltd is a leading Prototype and Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) company. Our focus is to reduce time-to-market, mitigating risk and save costs on our client’s reverse-engineering, design, rapid prototype and production requirements by using both additive manufacturing (3D printing) and traditional manufacturing technology. We provide the following services:
- 3D Printing in Plastic and Metals
- 3D Scanning
- Vacuum Casting – Already vacuum casting replacement internal train parts)
- Vacuum Forming
- CT Scanning
- Carbon Fibre Manufacturing
- CNC Machining
All tailored for your specific project or requirements.
Andy Simpson
andy@angus3dsolutions.co.uk
01356 308631
AUS LTD
AUS design, manufacture and distribute specialist equipment to the Rail, Electrical Supply, Telecommunications and Arboricultural industries, alongside inspection, training and repair services across the UK and Ireland. We are a UK based SME specialising in manufacture and design. Our business has been built around exceptional service, vast product knowledge and industry know-how, with a willingness to always go the extra mile. We speak your language whether that is a discussion around new products, a range of construction material or the right tool for the job. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and our ability to adapt to customer demands in a versatile and creative manner.
harvey@aus.co.uk
0799 009 8362
Autonomous-iOT
Within our tailored R&D and manufacturing base in Central Scotland our dedicated team of innovators, businesspeople and support professionals combine the latest technologies and systems to produce innovative, environmentally conscious products powered by the sun and wind. Reducing our carbon footprint and helping to address climate change and environmental damage are key drivers in our product development. By harnessing solar and wind power our core product is able to provide LED street lighting, managed by a smart controller, and integral wireless surveillance and monitoring services as additional features. The autonomous, off-grid design of our product opens up an extendable platform for applications such as: communication; smart-city connectivity; emergency alert systems; utility power access; electric transport charging; analytics and many more developing and future technologies.
j.irons@autonomous-iOt
07706 353 841
Bellrock Technology
Bellrock Technology is a data solutions software company whose experts have over 100 years’ experience of creating data analytics solutions. Our software technology Lumen® makes it quicker, easier and more affordable for companies to introduce decision support and advanced data analytics. Lumen® enables organisations to use their data they produce every day to improve the decisions in real time at pace by giving manageable insights to decision makers. Lumen® brings together multiple data sources to enabling insights to drive such business cases as predictive monitoring of assets, conditioning monitoring and helping in extending the lifetime of assets through the use of real time data.
Dave McConachie, Chief Commercial Officer
+44 (0)141 548 2655
+44 (0)7584 099337
C&G Systems
C&G Systems are a rail possession planning and delivery consultancy supporting clients on the largest rail projects in Scotland. We provide Rail Consultancy Services, Project Visibility Diagrams, Possession Planning, Operations Support, SMSTS Site Management and Safety Critical personnel. We have created a suite of systems under our Checkpoint brand including Site Access Control, Fatigue Risk Management, Project Productivity & Performance and Commercial Event Log Reporting that can be used in the Rail, Construction, Renewables, Energy and Infrastructure sectors. Our Rail Intermediary Consultancy service, gives clients access to the knowledge and expertise required in gaining track access on Network Rail infrastructure – we can act on your behalf in securing the most cost efficient track access, whilst offering programme certainty.
andy.gordon@cngsystems.co.uk
07940 124417
Castle Precision Engineering
Castle Precision is a high performance machining and toolmaking supplier delivering a one stop shop finished product supply service. Capabilities include: Milling, Turning, Grinding, 5-Axis, EDM, Toolmaking, Assembly, Post Processing and Supply Chain Management.
sales@castleprecision.com
0141 6341377
Classone Systems Limited
Classone Systems is a new bespoke consultancy led by Stirling Kimkeran (CEng FIET) a successful entrepreneur with a track record in providing innovative technology solutions to the transportation sector . The consultancy mission is to provide support for Start-ups/SME that are looking to innovate, grow, enter new markets and build long term customer relationships. Through building trusted partnerships we help business of all sizes connect and collaborate to provide innovative solutions to their customers. Areas of focus include AI/machine learning/video analytics; IoT sensors/remote condition monitoring; Positioning/Communication technologies and Robotics. We promote the work of the IET communities and STEM centres to encourage young people of all backgrounds to take up Engineering as a career and be part of a global movement creating a better future by solving the challenges we face today.
stirling@classone-systems.co.uk
Clydebank Engineering & Fabrication Ltd
At Clydebank Engineering & Fabrications Ltd we specialise in Sheet Metal Fabrication and Laser Cutting. We also offer CNC machining for a one stop metal supplier. We are based in Clydebank and were established in 2009.
We have built an excellent reputation for quality and service. We have invested in the latest technology including a new Trumpf fibre Laser cutter to allow us provide equipment to the Automotive, Food & Drink electronic and Power Generation Industries.
We stock a range of materials including mild steel, aluminium and various stainless steel sheets, angles and box sections.
Our satisfied customers include Alexander Dennis, Wood Group, McPherson Transport and Gaia Wind
sales@cbef.co.uk
craig.rodger@cbef.co.uk
peter.mckain@cbef.co.uk
0141 435 8701
Clemtech
Clemtech are the labour provider of choice to the rolling stock industry; an established and trusted partner with over 20 years’ experience, we have been providing our services to:
- Rolling Stock Manufacturers
- Train Operating Companies (TOC’s)
- Leasing Companies (ROSCO’s)
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s)
- Overhaul & Refurbishment Companies
- Rail Transport Consultancies
Key Areas of Support & Labour Supply
- Test & Commissioning
- Refurbishment
- Overhaul
- Modifications
- Installation
- Supply Chain
- Maintenance / Exams
- Project Engineering / Management
For more information or support please call
David Begg
07795 902 498
02392 242 690
Cromwell
At Cromwell we have a dedicated Rail Support Team to work with you on your needs. We are a supply partner across all categories such as tools, MRO, PPE, workwear and more. Our team of Technical Specialists can assist on more in-depth projects, and along with our access to Brand Experts, we are here to make you succeed. You will have an online account where we set up approved buying lists for your sites together. This will give you synergy across all locations on products and processes. We are here to make purchasing easy for you.
gribbonsl@cromwell.co.uk
0743 641 2672
Devlin Photo ltd
Devlin Photo was founded in 1988. We undertake photographic commissions for the rail industry and other corporate clients. We have PTS certification and have significant experience working for such clients as BAM Rail, Babcock Rail and Network Rail. We provide High res stills images, time lapse , video and drone footage. We are aware of the stringent safety parameters required when on location and the need to provide images with content that don’t breach any of these rules.
Peter Devlin
info@devlinphoto.com
07786808989
Elytraa Group Ltd
Scottish based business providing market leading antimicrobial solutions and award winning ozone sanitisation solutions – independently tested and certified to eliminate COVID-19 by more than 99%. Also supplying chemical cleaning and maintenance products for interior and exterior use.
info@elytraa.com
01786 439839
Ensafe Consultants
Ensafe Consultants is a leading statutory compliance and environmental service provider with over 25 years’ experience. Our team of over 250 employees across the UK and ROI, deliver an array of specialist services to ensure our clients are fully compliant with current environmental and occupational safety regulations. At Ensafe, our goal is to provide unrivalled knowledge and experience to help you achieve legislative compliance without complication.
Overview Services
- Acoustics and Vibration
- Air Quality & Noise
- Asbestos Surveys/Asbestos Testing/Asbestos Training
- Compliance Delivery Services
- Compliance Training
- Ecology
- Geo-Environmental & Ground Remediation
- Environmental Management
- Fire Risk
- Health & Safety
- Legionella
- Lighting
Chris Boyle, Operations Manager (Scotland)
Francis Price, Managing Director
01698 539460
info@ensafe.co.uk
Fife Fabrications Limited
Fife Fabrications Limited is one of the most advanced manufacturers of Precision Sheet Metalwork, Electro-mechanical assemblies and Precision Machined Components in the UK. We have been in business more than 45 years and constantly evolve to meet the needs of our customers. We have invested heavily in a new state-of-the-art plant, with over three million invested in the last five years for Lean Manufacturing, CANDO, TQM and employee development to provide added value to our customers. FiFab offers a complete subcontract service from design, manufacture, paint, assembly, delivery and support. The flexibility of our service and breadth of our expertise, mean that FiFab is well placed to help you find innovative solutions to a diverse range of individual project requirements. Many leading manufacturers rely on FiFab to deliver their products on time, at a low acquisition cost and with assured quality.
sales@fifab.co.uk
01592 776 700
Findlay Irvine Ltd
Findlay Irvine can offer development, manufacture, installation and maintenance of bespoke electronic and mechanical systems/components for monitoring of rail infrastructure assets.
We have the following core capabilities in house
- Problem Solving from concept to rollout.
- Design Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical, embedded and web application software.
- Manufacturing Proto typing and in quantity.
- Application hosting and management.
- Installation/Maintenance.
- Product Acceptance
Mike Mustard
sales@findlayirvine.com
07711493512
Finesse Control Systems Ltd
Industrial Automation Systems Integration: Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Systems Design, Assembly, Installation & Commissioning. Also Software Engineering for development of PLC, HMI, SCADA Automation Software, as well as mechanical engineering design and assembly for industrial automation machinery. Both bespoke one off design and build projects, and volume assembly of control panels and switchgear.
Fraser Dunphy
admin@finessecs.com
Forth Ports Ltd
Forth Ports was established in 1967 as a Port Authority and through continued investment and acquisitions have grown to be the 3rd largest port operator group in the UK. Forth Ports Group consists of 8 strategically positioned ports across the UK. Significant investment was made in 2020 to extend the rail sidings at Grangemouth to 775m. Our rail freight capability compliments the Port’s 8 weekly feeder shipping services allowing customers to connect with domestic, European and global markets. With rail freight services now connecting north and south, Grangemouth is Scotland’s true Freight Hub.
Ian.Wilson@forthports.co.uk
Galt Transport
Operating for more than 70 years, Galt Transport serve the UK, Ireland and Europe with general and specialist haulage services including ADR (class 1-9) and all STGO categories. We specialise in Hiab/lorry mounted crane hire, abnormal loads, container handling, driver training and storage. We work successfully with the rail industry with the delivery of equipment to rail side or sites. Our extensive range of lorry mounted cranes (Hiabs) allow for off-loading at site or can give access to bridge repair works or on-site movements. We’ve moved a number of plant, machinery, rails, HVAC devices and support equipment for the industry and can offer advice and a flexible approach to our customer’s requirements.
Andrew Galt
traffic@galttransport.co.uk
Geleval
Closed die forging – press forgings up to 7kg hammer forgings up to 80kg.
UK produced forgings servicing blue chip customers in a variety of Blue Chip Applications.
Forgings leading to production of carbide tipped tools for tunnelling applications.
Forgings into locomotive and carriage applications.
Carbide tipped tools into UK rail industry working on projects such as HS2. Servicing tunnelling contractors.
Only UK owned manufacturer of Carbide Tipped Tools to the rail industry.
info@geleval.com
Gilmour & Aitken Ltd
Sawmillers of Civil Engineering soft and hardwood timbers. We cut to specification and offer value add services including drilling, chamfering and planning.
Experienced suppliers of Longitudinal timbers, bridge decks and supply timbers UK wide. We are PEFC and FSC certified, RISQS registered, and can provide timber grading if required.
Nicola Aitken
nicola@gilmouraitken.com
07779252151
Glenhead Engineering Limited
Glenhead Engineering is committed to the provision of high tolerance precision machining, design, reverse engineering, fabrication and manufacturing services. We as a group are accredited to ISO 9001,EN1090, ISO 45001 and ISO 1800. We have invested just over £1m in the past 3 years on the latest CNC 5 axis simultaneous machining centres, and have wire and spark erosion capabilities. Our workforce has over 6 decades of experience in manufacturing and toolmaking.
Sharon Colvan – Operations Manager
info@glenheadengineering.co.uk
014195299454
Global Quantum Ltd
Our Consultancy has provided commercial, contract, claim and QS’s services to the infrastructure sector for over 25 years. With international offices and operations across Europe, Canada and Chile with Tier 1 and 2 clients such as Mott MacDonald, Babcocks, Keir and with Network Rail on projects such as Crossrail, West Coast Main Line, Dublin Station, Crosslinx and Metrolinx in Canada. We would be delighted to expand on our experience and how we can align ourselves to be of further assistance to the industry.
Karenfisher@globalquantum.com
01563541721 / 07855434586
Greenfold Systems Ltd
30 years of experience in the rail and mass transit sector. GSL provides outsource manufacturing services including; sheet metal fabrications, bespoke metal fabrications, wire harnessing, cable assemblies, panel wiring, sub-product and high-level assembly, installation kits and installations. Working with OEM’s and first tier/consultancy providers, we supply products built to ISO 9001-2015, have coded welding to ISO 51624/EN9606 and are RISQS accredited. We make sides and roofs of busses, Cab panels including desks, wired enclosures, parts for vestibules eg class partitions, harnesses eg bodysides, traction, HV/LV roof and underframe harnesses. We supply kits for WSP, WiFi, Lighting, HVAC and CCTV installs.
craig.waterson@greenfold.co.uk
01383 731363
Gtank Ltd
Graphic Design, Branding, and Social Media Marketing with vast experience working together with rail sector clients. Our skills include:
- Web design
- Logo design
- Branding across all mediums, including print
- Professional Photoshop retouching
- App User Interface design
- Text, graphics and video for social media
- Email campaign design
- Infographics
- Presentation slide design
Whether our clients have a clear vision of what they want, or don’t have a clue where to start, at Gtank we always listen and give straightforward advice about the potential of their business brand.
Please get in touch to find out how we can help.
Garry Stevenson
gs@gtank.co.uk
07989 568545
Howden
Howden fans and cooling systems meet every challenge of railway market where safety and reliability are essential. Thanks to decades of R&D using state-of-the-art software, our products are fine-tuned to meet customer expectations. From the initial stage of the project, Howden work closely with key manufacturers and support them in all regions of the world. Howden fans already provide proven service across railway applications, from TGV, Citadis, Eurostar Shuttle to Haramain. With more than 2000 fans installed every year for 100 years, we have built up a unique resource of experience and expertise, and a reputation for quality and reliability.
David.Barrie@Howden.com
0141 885 7335
Hypervine
At Hypervine, our mission is to deliver high-quality insights through the use of innovative, ultra-accurate technology, enabling construction businesses to operate better and more sustainably. We create a Digital Twin of the operations at a site enabling companies to understand the physical site and their operations better as well as identifying high carbon emitting activities. With efficiency and data accuracy at our core, We bring operational insight, strategic focus as well as an agile working approach to help organisations identify actionable data insights.
paul@hypervine.io
0793 190 7883
HySA Systems
HySA Systems, a Systems Integration and Technology Validation Competence Centre on HFCT was established in 2007 at the SAIAMC at the University of the Western Cape. The main objective with HySA Systems is to (i) develop HFC systems and prototypes, (ii) perform technology validation and system integration in three key HySA programmes: (1) Combined Heat and Power (CHP), (2) Portable systems and (3) Hydrogen Fuelled Vehicles (HFV). HySA Systems is also responsible for the development, prototyping, testing, validating and commissioning of the following key technologies: Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) for High Temperature (HT) (≥120 oC) Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells, HT-PEM fuel cell stacks, metal hydrides for hydrogen storage and compression, Li-ion batteries and system integration of Energy Storage Devices for domestic and automotive applications.
bdelabat@uwc.ac.za
(+27) 21 959 9311
Inspectahire Instrument co. Ltd
Inspectahire provides engineers and asset managers with access to remote visual inspection instruments – CCTV, borescopes, videoprobes, thermography
We hire, sell and undertake surveys. Our trained technicians also deploy with supporting technology, such as ROV’s, Drones, so that we inspect culverts, drains, bridge, tunnel voids either in air or in water. As FLIR Distributors we can supply thermal cameras for electrical and plant maintenance through to complete perimeter security systems for maintaining surveillance of rail sites. Void laser scanning is provided using a range of laser scanning equipment. Operations are provided UK wide.
+ 44 1224 789692
enquiries@inspectahire.com
IRS Surfacing Technologies Ltd
IRS Surfacing Technologies Ltd offers virtually unrivalled service in overhaul, reclamation, specialist overlay, and reverse engineering fields including thermal spray systems, mechanical services & support and welding services. IRS take enormous pride as a family owned and managed organisation in the support of our much-appreciated client base. With a positive ‘can do, can help’ approach in partnering our clients’ problems, we do demonstrate that working together produces better solutions.
+44 1704 896332
info@irsltd.co.uk
J&D Pierce Contracts Ltd
J&D Pierce are one of the largest structural steelwork contractors in the UK with a turnover of £85m, 350 employees working from our 350,000 sq ft production facility within our 23 acre site where we produce around 1000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork every week. J&D Pierce have been in business for over 45 years and we pride ourselves in quality and speed of delivery. This is achieved by all elements of our works being carried out with our directly employed labour from Chartered Structural Engineers through to completion of the works on site. We specialise in many sectors ranging from portal buildings of a few hundred tonnes to mega warehouses of 11,000 tonnes. Complex stadia and arena projects such as Aberdeen Exhibition Centre and most recently Swansea are delivered by our special projects division. Our Rail Division has delivered many difficult projects, amongst which are station redevelopments at Edinburgh Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street and Dundee. This along with many smaller rail projects, ranging from station buildings to switch gear buildings, we also manufacture and supply overhead line masts, piles and gantries throughout the UK.
Strubeam, our plated section manufacturing division specialises in complex fabrication and assemblies, as well as bespoke plated section fabrication up to 100Te single lifts. The division utilise state of the art submerged arc beam welding lines on semi-automatic feed lines, fed from a 26m CNC controlled multi head oxyacetylene with integrated plasma profiling bed allows fabrication of plate girders through to heavy transfer beams and bridge sections
apalmer@jdpierce.co.uk
01505 683724
Fax: 01505 684810
Caledonian Road
Glengarnock
North Ayrshire
KA14 3DA
Jeff Askew Limited
We are a de-vegetation company with two chippers, an XR8 and a TR8. We have multi skilled staff, including chainsaw operatives, climbers and IRATA rope access technicians that all have the correct de-vegetation certification. We have also ran large scale geotechnical works.
liam@sevendc.co.uk
07951550292
JPL Diversified Ltd
Rail is a difficult but rewarding industry to be in, however, it is notoriously difficult to become established. JPLD has nearly 20 years of successful innovation and practical experience from within Network Rail and the Tier 1, 2 and 3 supply chain and provides a broad ranging support and mentoring service for companies who wish to gain successful entry into UK rail. We provide a full service offering across the whole lifecycle from companies just thinking about gaining entry to those struggling with Product Acceptance or those wanting to develop a new product line or diversify into new markets.
john@jpldiversified.co.uk
07935788601
Kennametal UK Ltd
With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency.
Kennametal has deep expertise in the manufacture of tooling solutions used to machine a wide range of rail industry products such as rails, turnout components, switches, wheels, axles and bogies.
Our comprehensive portfolio of tooling solutions includes:
- Milling – Indexable & Solid Carbide End Mills
- Holemaking – Solid Carbide Drilling, Modular Drilling, Indexable Drilling, Tapping
- Turning & Grooving – ISO Turning, Grooving & Cut-Off, Thread Turning
- Tooling Systems – a wide range of spindle interfaces such as KM, HSK, PSC, steep taper adaptors
- Custom/Engineered Solutions
kingswinford.service@kennametal.com
0800272627
@Kennametal on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Kloeckner Metals UK
At Kloeckner Metals UK we pride ourselves on being a supply chain partner to the railway sector. Working in partnership with our customers we offer a diverse range of steel, stainless steel and aluminium products combined with cutting edge materials processing facilities to keep your projects on track. As a pioneer of digital transformation in the steel and metal industry we continuously strive to add value to our customers by investing in digital technologies to deliver efficiency to rolling stock, rail infrastructure and construction projects.
daniel.pyke@kloeckner.com
0791 707 6646
KRG Specialist Engineering Services Ltd
KRG Coatbridge facility is our Centre of Excellence for Precision Manufacture and Engineering of critical components and assemblies. We specialise in asset new build and lifecycle solutions for clients covering a range of industries including Oil & Gas, MOD, Rail, Food, Renewables and Aerospace. Our fully integrated service offering means we can provide clients with a ‘one stop shop’ solution for their complete precision engineering and manufacturing needs, resulting in greater operational and cost efficiencies. KRG has a long and well established track record dating back over 40 years and we continue to invest in our fleet of equipment to provide the highest standards of quality and service.
gordon.mather@krg-engservices.com
0123 6438693
07725202221
KTN UK
KTN exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking – accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions. We increase access to new markets through our contacts and networks, work alongside government and private agencies to promote innovative solutions and assist SMEs and companies in accessing funding and development opportunities through guidance, contacts and support.
daisy.chamberlain@ktn-uk.org
(+44) 03333 403250
Lenz Labs
Lenz Labs is an Edinburgh-based start-up developing an integrated, data-driven offering that proactively aids drivers and stakeholders in understanding the conditions at the wheel-rail interface to proactively maintain the rolling stock and infrastructure assets. The Traction Hub is a device that retrofits to train wheels and counters wheel slip to stabilise drivers’ control under braking. We are seeking co-development partners for the research and development phase, with the eventual product reducing disruption to services and thus increasing customer confidence in the resilience and reliability of rail services. Get in touch with the team to explore opportunities to collaborate.
hamish@lenzlabs.com
0799 978 3465
Machines With Vision
Our unique state-of-the-art camera-based sensors are fitted to the underside of vehicles, to capture and process images and produce a millimeter-accurate geolocation map of the entire rail network.
Our fleet-wide system produces a precise digital condition map and enables automatic alignment of condition sensor data. We use machine learning to extract insights from the data to predict when and where failure will occur. These insights and predictions are then used by infrastructure owners to optimise maintenance activity.
info@machineswithvision.com
+44 131 560 2003
Mage Control Systems Ltd
Experts in embedded control system design: hardware, software and algorithm development. Delivering end to end solutions. Algorithm development, code generation to safety critical standards and simulation using hardware in the loop testing utilising modeling packages such as MATLAB and Simulink. Analogue, digital and power electronics, including inverter, servo and power supply system design.
jordan.lindsay@magecontrol.com
Martin Precision Ltd
Martin Precision manufacture and supply precision engineered components and assemblies to customers in quality critical industries. Our continual investment in new equipment and improved processes allow us to manufacture a variety of products from small threaded parts to components with highly complex geometrical shapes. With ‘draw to print’ capability, we collaborate with clients to optimise design, cost and quality. We provide an assembly and kitting service bringing together components into sub-assemblies ready for delivery to customers.Our portfolio of national, international and customer-specific quality approvals demonstrate our commitment to meet our customer’s needs, providing quality, traceability and peace of mind.
suzanne@martin-precision.co.uk
0773 812 2682
Matrix International Limited
Matrix, established in 1939, is a leading designer and manufacturer of industrial electromagnetic and hydraulic clutches and brakes. Matrix delivers high technology and cost-effective engineered solutions that meet challenging specific requirements globally.
hamish.oag@altramotion.com
01356 602090
Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc
Created in response to the closure of Michelin’s Dundee site, we are transforming what was a 32-hectare manufacturing site into an Innovation Parc focused on sustainable mobility and decarbonisation. We are committed to working in partnership with industry, academia, government and the local community to transform Dundee into a key location for innovation that will progress emerging technology for a greener future.
Sarah.Petrie@MSIPDundee.com
0788 027 3667
Mills CNC Ltd
Mills CNC is the exclusive distributor of Doosan CNC machines into the UK and Ireland, we are highly regarded in the machine tool market and across all the manufacturing sectors we serve i.e. aerospace and defence; power generation; motorsport; oil and gas; medical; automotive and general precision component manufacture:, to name but a few.
jmorning@millscnc.co.uk
0783 138 0265
mpec Technology Ltd
MPEC is a railway infrastructure monitoring company, already extensively embedded in the UK rail network.
Mpec specialises in remote condition monitoring technology, providing industrial data acquisition units designed for the unique safety and environmental requirements of the rail industry. Mpec products provide a monitoring capability that reduces unplanned maintenance interventions and is capable of predicting asset failure across the network. In addition to providing ruggedised hardware, MPEC have developed advanced server systems that provide graphical replay, analysis and fault prevention based on the acquired data. Our rich “Centrix” web-based replay, analysis and failure prediction system interfaces with our remote products to provide a true end-to-end condition monitoring system that allows rail administrators to improve the reliability, availability and maintainability of their railway.
trevor.rainbow@mpec.co.uk
07860 938694
Norco Group Limited
Norco Group design and build bespoke industrial battery charger and UPSs. The power ranges from 1kW up to 100kW. The company has workshop with the capability of turning out 50 unit per annum. Our markets are offshore oil and the utility companies but are interested in expanding into the rail industry.
Our capabilities are in:
- system design
- System Layout
- Build and wire
- PCB design
- Firmware writing
- Software writing
- Test
A team of maintenance engineers around the UK providing an installation, commissioning and maintenance service
jpike@norcoenergy.com
01224 729221 (Ext 5915)
NTN Bearings (UK) Ltd
Global manufacturer of train traction motor, transmission, journal, axle, gearbox bearings. Mechatronic solutions and bearing workshop tools. Major OEM and aftermarket bearing supplier to the worlds train operators.
Giles Blair
giles.blair@ntn-europe.com
07714520861
ukdistsales@ntn-europe.com
Orthogonal Ltd
Orthogonal Ltd. are an Aberdeen based engineering company providing Additive Manufacturing Solutions. Specialising in Super Polymers – PEEK, Carbon PEEK, ULTEM AM9085 and Carbon PA. We utilise Roboze Industrial ARGO series printers to produce accurate and repeatable product with full process control. In addition to product manufacture, we also provide design for additive manufacture engineering services and reverse engineering for part re-production or enhancement.
info@orthogonalengineering.co.uk
01224 648568
07548928990
OSL Rail Limited
OSL Rail have rapidly established themselves as one of the leading independent signalling design and testing companies. We can design, install, test and commission to your requirements. Our project teams are also experienced in a wider range of railway disciplines (E&P, Telecoms, Track & Civils), and have the skills and knowledge to anticipate the needs of a smart railway. We are one of the only companies to support the major Tier 1 manufacturers with the production of the interlocking data designs and one of the few companies in the country to still offer a full Solid State Interlocking (SSI) capability.
Steve.smith@oslglobal.com
Client & Supply Chain Director
07975 512951
Palmaris Hire Services
Site accommodation is complimented with our range of secure storage containers. Units are manufactured in-house by one of our group companies with offices/welfare cabins fitted out with our Eco ‘Green Pack’ and sanitising points as standard. Site Set Up Products include from Site Accommodation, Containers, Plant Hire, 65ton Hiab Hire, Waste Management, Access Hire, daily hygiene clean to deep clean and security including CCTV/Fire Security and 24/7 remote monitoring of alarms. Palmaris Hire Services are the only company in Scotland that can self-deliver a full site service package, managed, and supported by one point of contact.
Sandra Alexander, Sales Manager
01236 438040
07867 333 707
sandra.alexander@palmaris-services.com
Philidas Distribution Ltd
A Francis Kirk Group company
Established in 1868, Francis Kirk & Son Ltd has grown and adapted to achieve our mission to become the supply chain solution to all our clients’ needs. Expanding to The Francis Kirk Group of Companies, which consists of Francis Kirk (Socket Screws) Ltd, Francis Kirk & Son Ltd and Philidas Distribution Ltd, we provide a unique service to our clients. Our vast product range includes but is not limited to fasteners/PPE/tooling and workwear, and our ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and TS16949 approved manufacturing facility in Pune, India provides quality products allowing us to be able to quote and fulfil our clients’ needs globally.
Josh Underhill
Business Development
josh@franciskirk.com
0161 3362631
PM Training and Assessing Ltd
We are specialists in the Signalling sector and cover a variety of roles within this sector. We are the largest independent IRSE Assessing Agency and can cover all of the licence categories. We also provide technical training for Signal Engineers with BS1 & 2, SMTH and G110 being just a few of the courses we can deliver. We also provide Signalling Apprenticeship training from Leve 2 through to Level 4. To complete all of this we also train and assess the nationally recognised Assessor, Trainer and Internal Quality Assurer qualifications.
enquiries@pmtanda.co.uk
01874 620704
Pryme Group
Pryme Group offers a complete turnkey service for global contract manufacturing; combining design, project management, precision machining, fabrication, coatings & surface treatment, hydraulic services, assembly & testing. Our extensive range of 110 CNC machines support most manufacturing activities, including mill turn, horizontal milling, wire & spark erosion and 4th, 5th & 9-axis capability, we are also AS9100 approved , and members of JOSCAR, ADS and NDI
William Hepburn
info@prymegroup.co.uk
Quest Precision Engineering Ltd
With over hundred and fifty years of engineering experience, our dynamic and forward-thinking team can help you achieve your goals. Quest Precision is at the forefront of the subcontract engineering sector. Working in a range of sectors, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Electronics and Automotive industries, we offer CNC Turning capacity of up to 900mm diameter, and Milling up to 1,500mm, with 4th & 5th Axis capability, Wire and Spark Erosion capability and Modern Inspection Control Equipment. Through constant innovation we are committed to offering the best service, and the highest quality of engineering, this is backed by our ISO9001:2015 accreditation.
enquires@questprecision.co.uk
01382 725 165
R3 Polygon UK Limited
Polygon temporarily control climate. Using dehumidification, humidification, electric or indirect fired diesel heaters and can provide ventilation and air scrubbers (UV Technology). We controlled the Forth Bridge for blast paint application and do this on bridges all over the country.
Charles Stirling
07733003727
charles.stirling@polygongroup.com
Polygon Temporary Climate Solutions
Unit 2, Wardpark industrial estate
Wardpark road, Cumbernauld
G67 3JZ
Reekie Steeltec Ltd
Reekie Steeltec Limited manufacture fabrications and metalwork parts to customer’s drawings using our well equipped factory in Arbroath. Fitted out with laser and waterjet cutting machines as well as press-brakes, welding, shot-blasting, stress relieving and painting facilities, we can offer a one stop shop for all your engineering needs.
Rory McLeod
sales@reekiesteeltec.com
01241 433933
Ritchie Industrial
Over the last 30 years, Ritchie has developed its reputation as a high-quality designer-manufacturer in the engineering industry. The customer base now includes major service, rental, exploration and production companies. Products are delivered worldwide including the North Sea, Europe, West Africa, Caspian Sea, North America, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand and the Far East. Ritchie Fabrication has full in-house design, manufacture, test and certification capability for a range of applications. We also offer gas handling equipment for both onshore and offshore applications and have the ability to supply, assemble and test to customer requirements. We can supply innovative material handling and storage solutions for the gas and chemical, security, medial, defence and utility markets.
IndustrialSales@ritchie-uk.com
01307 462271
Carseview Road
Forfar
Scotland DD8 3BT
Rittal Ltd
Rittal are the world’s largest and leading manufacturer of Enclosures, Cooling, Power Distribution, and IT Infrastructure. As a well established supplier to the rail industry, we supply enclosures (including trackside) offering significant advantages of protection, longevity, flexibility, weight and climate control. Furthermore, we have the potential to offer mechanical cooling, containerised rooms and battery storage solutions as well. Our value lies in offering high quality, highly efficient and modular infrastructure solutions designed to fit and last in all environments.
ylongbottom@rittal.co.uk
07973 955 782
Robert Gordon University
RGU works closely with partners from across the globe to carry out world-class, applied research to provide business solutions.
RGU can assist in the development of innovative new solutions to address issues such as condition monitoring, noise pollution, safety, security, and workforce skills gaps. Specific areas of expertise include: Machine Learning; Data Optimisation and Predictive Analytics; Sensors and Imaging Solutions; Hydrogen Technology; Materials Testing; and Workforce Analysis.
business@rgu.ac.uk
+ 44 (0) 1224 263320
Scot Seat Direct Ltd
Scot Seat Direct Ltd family owned and run business in Ayrshire specialists in manufacturing seating for Automotive, Marine, Military and Rail industries. Manufacture and refurbishment of train driver and passenger seats and grab rails/luggage racks.
sales@scotseats.co.uk
01560 600100
Sensat
Sensat are a UK based technology enabled survey business. Sensat captures, visualises and tracks your infrastructure projects from anywhere using any connected device. Sensat surveys your infrastructure site faster without ever having to go onsite. We enable you to visualise and interact with all your topographical and design data in one place with Sensat’s common visualisation platform.
roger.skedd@sensat.co.uk
+44 (0) 7485 181 759
Sopra Steria
Competency Training MarketplaceTM (CTM) is an easy-to-use, one-stop shop which enables organisations to book and manage workforce training and keep them fully operational. CTM is set to become THE training platform for rail and construction companies to do it’s unique integration of competency management tools with a training marketplace. Advanced analytical tools give training providers and organisations alike an insight to upcoming training needs, making it a game-changer for keeping projects on track and allowing training providers to identify future training requirements in line with evolving market needs. This exemplifies how the platform has been built with both employers and training providers in mind.
info@competencytrainingmarketplace.com
Supply Design Limited
Supply Design Limited are power supply specialists. Our products focus on three-phase to DC conversion for high reliability and high efficiency applications. We also provide power conversion consultancy for clients who require high performance power solutions for industrial and harsh environment applications.
create@supplydesign.com
+44 (0) 1383 842477
Taylor Construction Plant Ltd
As a company outline of TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd), we are a manufacturer and hire company, providing lighting, power and CCTV equipment powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology. We have also expanded our battery powered range of construction equipment to compliment our sustainable products. Our utilization for rail applications , such as HS2 and RSAS projects, has grown over the last 3 years and we are keen to expand on the customer base and experience we have gained.
Falkirk@tcp-group.co.uk
Gholden@tcp-group.co.uk
tpgroup plc
tpgroup is engaged in projects across rail, aviation, defence, road, carbon capture/zero-carbon projects and delivering green energy to remote sites/ locations. We have a 50+ year heritage in electrolyser development, design and manufacture, delivering exceptionally high-reliability, class-leading safety, performance, efficiency and high–purity of hydrogen. Our system solutions are principally PEM electrolyser-based and are at TRL 9 – already in operation and covering a range of power outputs capable of delivering daily up to 2.5tonnes of hydrogen. Current developments include modular, scalable systems, up to 5MW, for specific applications – underpinned by an asset management strategy across our systems’ 30-year life.
energy@tpgroup.uk.com
+44 (0)1753 285800
True North Rail Ltd
True North Rail Ltd have established new and better ways of utilising Geographical Information Systems data and project federated models. By identifying that the liberation of this data to a truly digital platform is best achieved using the most modern computer gaming engine platform. Migrating this data into a truly digital format allows us to develop simplified tools that require little or no training to use, and that are accessible in a wide range of media formats; extending use of data to areas such as signal sighting, driver route learning, equipment siting, site safety planning, project communications, and stakeholder management.
jay@truenorthrail.com
07715547768
Unipart Rail
Unipart Rail has invested in its digital capabilities with business acquisitions of Instrumental and Comms Design, while maintaining their in-house manufacturing of Dorman LED signals, location cases, REBs and the Unipart Power range, at our UK manufacturing sites, and offering manufacturing services to innovators. As a technology partner, Unipart Rail provides a range of technical and supply chain solutions that supports SMEs in the supply chain, and serves the Tier 1 & 2 companies with consolidated materials supplied to their projects and maintenance activities. Partnerships with UK SME’s has seen Unipart Rail enable access to UK and overseas markets via their sales and distribution channels.
Barry.kennedy@unipartrail.com
0773 637 9741
Weldsafe Limited
Since 1982, Weldsafe have supplied and serviced engineering, manufacturing, construction and fabrication industries all over Scotland and beyond.
Weldsafe supplies, repairs and calibrates welding machines, hydraulic jacking/lifting/torquing equipment, electrical products and PPE.
Weldsafe’s engineers are industry experts, offering a high-quality welding machine calibration and repair service, alongside hydraulic torque wrench and pump calibration. Service is our business.
- ESAB authorised distributor and trusted platinum partner
- Fronius authorised partner plus
- SPX Flow Powerteam hydraulic jacking, lifting and torquing equipment
- Metabo professional power tool solutions
- Hypertherm plasma cutting machines
- TBI MIG torches
- Abracs abrasives and accessories
- 110V site electrics and lighting
- Albee welding gases
- Portwest PPE
info@weldsafe.co.uk
01419595666
Whittaker Engineering (Stonehaven) Ltd
Established in 1983 Whittaker offer quality turn-key manufacturing, design and engineering solutions primarily for the global oil and gas industry and offshore construction projects. The manufacturing facilities include a machine shop with a comprehensive range of 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC and manual machines. The fabrication shop is equipped with CNC waterjet and CNC oxy fuel profiling machines, pressing and rolling machines, with welding facilities for ferrous and non-ferrous materials. There is a clean mechanical and hydraulic assembly area with built in hydraulic power supply. We supply highly skilled personnel to install and commission our equipment on and offshore and we carry out constructions and alterations along with maintenance work to customer’s requirements. Whittaker also have a marine base in Montrose Port with quayside facilities and a Walk to Work check-in and load out.
Murray Whittaker
murray@whittakereng.com
01569762018
