UK’s largest manufacturing event now features 3D printing

Mach 2014 takes place in Birmingham, UK.
Mach 2014 takes place in Birmingham, UK.

The event, which takes place in Birmingham, UK, from 7-11 April attracts more than 20,000 visitors and around 500 exhibitors.

One exhibitor on show will be Renishaw, the UK's only manufacturer of an additive manufacturing machine that prints metal parts. In the 3D printing zone it will show examples of how its technology is being used by a range of companies and industry sectors.

The main exhibit will highlight a collaboration between Renishaw and a leading British bicycle design and manufacturing company to create the world's first 3D printed metal bike frame.